ancient Rome

See the Faces of People Who Lived in Egypt under the Roman Empire

An online exhibition highlights a group of mummy portraits and the stories they tell

Hot drinks, and early bedtimes were key to a comfortable winter

Julie Jaskol | January 19, 2021

How the Romans celebrated Saturnalia

Nicole Budrovich | December 17, 2020

Our Roman cuisine enthusiasts answer your burning questions

Airflow, water fountains, and shade at the Getty Villa

Julie Jaskol | September 3, 2020

Three simple recipes to help you eat like a Roman

Listen as a curator explores the detailed story carved into an ancient gem.

Honor Ceres, the goddess of wheat, with this ancient recipe.

Shelby Brown | May 29, 2020

The garden is blooming with lavender, sage and more!

A year behind the scenes with art conservation.

Sarah Waldorf | February 3, 2020

When a colleague asked, “What is the weirdest thing you’ve worked on in storage?” I instantly replied, “A group of Roman iron nails!”

Nicole Budrovich | January 15, 2020

Classicist Mary Beard on the fascination of the ancient world.

Getty Media | September 11, 2019