Tripontium was a small Roman settlement about four miles north-east of present-day Rugby which was established between 43–50 AD along the major Roman road later known as Watling Street (now the A5). Excavations led by Jack Lucas and the Rugby Archaeological Society began in the 1960s and continued over 40 years. They revealed around 70 houses, a large administrative building, a bathhouse, and many artefacts.
This year, Rugby Archaeological Society is permanently donating a number of finds which have been on loan to us. To celebrate the donation, we’re taking this opportunity in our 25th year to display some more Tripontium finds from the museum’s stores. You can also explore Tripontium in the permanent display in the Archaeology Gallery.