The siege of Syracuse by the Roman Republic, from 213–212 B.C., was fought with unique machines and defensive inventions devised by both sides of the conflict. Archimedes, the great inventor and polymath, developed innovative machines to protect Syracuse against the offensive. After a long siege, the Romans successfully stormed the Hellenistic city, giving them control of the island of Sicily. In a dramatic conclusion, they slay Archimedes in defiance of Marcellus's instructions to spare his life. 

The cost of this program includes a diorama kit to be mailed to participants.  Please see Supply List in "Materials for this Program" section above for additional supplies campers must have on hand prior to the first session.

3 Sessions: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, July 26–28, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. ET, with a 12–1 p.m. break 

Note: Registration will close on July 5, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. ET to allow for shipping of the required diorama kit.