Discover the "Oil Lamp" workshop, an immersive experience at Mas des Tourelles In Beaucaire, you'll be transported back to Roman times through the art of pottery. This workshop is a playful and inspiring exploration of ancestral traditions, opening a window onto history while offering an unforgettable creative experience.

The Art of Roman Pottery: A Heritage to Shape

Immerse yourself in the daily life of the ancient Romans by shaping clay with your own hands. Inspired by traditional techniques, the 'Oil Lamp' workshop invites you to create faithful reproductions of Roman lamps. Led by experienced potters, you'll discover the secrets of this ancestral craft, like a sensory journey through time where each gesture gently shapes the past.

Roman pottery, once a mainstay of daily life, comes to life under your fingers!

Oil lamp making workshop for children in Terre d'Argence in the Gard region
Oil lamp making workshop for children in Terre d'Argence in the Gard region

Awaken the artist in you

Once the lamp's shape is complete, each participant is free to decorate their room. This moment of personalization is essential for awakening the inner artist in each person. Whether geometric patterns inspired by archaeological treasures or a purely original creation, each lamp tells a unique story. Participants leave the workshop not only with a tangible souvenir of the experience, but also with a newfound appreciation for this ancient art.

A workshop for children... and adults!

The 'Oil Lamp' workshop is designed to delight children with its playful dimension. Young artisans will delight in the clay box, giving free rein to their boundless creativity. Each clay manipulation becomes an opportunity to learn and have fun, making the story accessible and lively.

Adults rediscover creative pleasure

This workshop also attracts many adults looking for an enriching and relaxing activity. Making oil lamps offers a welcome escape where every adult can rediscover the simple pleasure of creating with their own hands. Shaping clay, engraving a personal design, and watching a unique piece emerge provides immense satisfaction. This immersion in ancient traditions nourishes the spirit while stimulating our modern imagination.

Practical information :

🎟️Reservations can only be made online or at the Tourist Office, 8 rue Victor Hugo in Beaucaire.

  • Access to the activity is only granted upon presentation of the entry ticket in digital or paper format. 
  • Duration of the activity: 1h15
Opening hours July 16, 2026
Thursday Open from 11 am to 12:15 pm
Opening hours July 23, 2026
Thursday Open from 11 am to 12:15 pm
Opening hours July 30, 2026
Thursday Open from 11 am to 12:15 pm
Opening hours August 06, 2026
Thursday Open from 11 am to 12:15 pm
Opening hours August 13, 2026
Thursday Open from 11 am to 12:15 pm
Prices Min. Max.
Single price
14,50 € Not disclosed

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