An article by Vokya D, added on January 16, 2024 2 min. reading
On Sunday January 21, 2024, Archea, the museum located in Louvres invites you to go back in time on a captivating family visit on the theme of hygiene through the ages. This unique exploration offers a fascinating look at the hygiene practices of our ancestors, from Antiquity to the Middle Ages.
Dive into the past:
- Did people pick their ears during antiquity? Discover the mysteries of ear hygiene throughout ancient civilizations. Explore the surprising techniques used to keep ears clean.
- Making combs: ancient beauty secrets A journey back in time to understand how our ancestors made their combs. From materials to techniques, immerse yourself in the world of hair accessories from yesteryear.
- Swimming in the Gallo-Roman thermal baths: between tradition and cleanliness Immerse yourself in the culture of the Gallo-Roman baths and learn how our ancestors bathed. Discover the rituals and practices related to personal hygiene in these emblematic places.
- Hair removal in the Middle Ages: between beauty and comfort An exploration of medieval beauty standards and sometimes surprising methods of hair removal. Immerse yourself in the history of body care in the Middle Ages.
The family guided tour
Join us for an immersive guided tour led by an expert guide from ARCHÉA. This unique experience will immerse you in the heart of the permanent exhibition, revealing surprising anecdotes and little-known details about hygiene throughout the ages.
Additional Info
- Date: Sunday January 21 2024
- Extended opening times for the visit: from 15 p.m. to 16 p.m., included in the museum entrance ticket.
- From 8 years: an experience suitable for young, curious minds.
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover the history of hygiene in a fun and educational way. To find out more about the other exciting tours offered by the museum, visit the official ARCHÉA website.
Make this temporal escapade a memorable family adventure, where the past reveals its secrets about the importance of hygiene throughout the centuries.
More information : here
