Daily life in ancient Athens

The answers to such questions related to the life of the ancients shall be delivered during the Museum of Cycladic Art program “Daily life in ancient Athens”. Upon attending a screening, children are invited to visit the museum’s exhibition “Scenes from everyday life in antiquity” where the world of men, women and children in antiquity is presented. Everyday items include among others, mirrors, perfumery and jewellery, toys, sports accessories, tableware for banquets, coins and weapons.

Vase representations, statues, toys, weapons and other exhibits offer students the opportunity to learn about marriage and family, school and sports, entertainment and war in antiquity. During the visit, children use documents containing various activities that will enable them to discover selected exhibits in a collaborative, interactive way.