MONDAY-SUNDAY 08:30-15:30 / CLOSED ON HOLIDAYS

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

5. Gods and Heroes

The program includes:
● A thematic tour of the Archaeological Museum of Aiani, focusing on pottery, statues, and objects related to mythology and ancient religion.
● Discussions highlighting how deities are represented in the museum’s artifacts, connecting local history with the broader Greek heritage.
Workshop Activities
In the educational program room:
Students learn about the Olympian gods and the deities worshipped in Upper Macedonia through museum exhibits.
Participate in a creative workshop where they freely color pre-printed artworks featuring gods and goddesses.
Listen to myths and identify deities based on their symbols and characteristics depicted in museum objects.

Useful Information

Target Audience

Preschoolers. Primary School Students (Grades 1–3)

Participants

Up to 30 students

Duration

120 minutes (including a short break)

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Location(s)

Archaeological Museum of Aiani: Permanent Exhibition Hall and Educational Program Room

Pedagogical Tools to Support the Program

Activity Sheets Storytelling Audiovisual Materials Artistic Activities Discussion and Inquiry-Based Methods Object Study and Interpretation

Visual Aids

NO

Connection to the Curriculum

Linked to history lessons and thematic school programs, integrating archaeological knowledge into broader educational contexts.

Evaluation Methods

General questionnaire to assess program impact.

Specific objects for further exploration

YES

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