Hellenic Superheroes: An Epic Adventure for Ages 4–8
Meet the ancient Greek heroes who've inspired imaginations for thousands of years in this hands-on school holiday experience!
Time & Location
05 July 2026, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Hellenic Museum, 280 William St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Event Details
Are you strong like Herakles? Fast like Atalanta? Clever like Odysseus? Join the Hellenic Museum this winter as we meet the ancient Greek heroes whose stories have sparked imaginations for thousands of years!
Through interactive storytelling and ancient artefact handling, young Argonauts will learn all about these heroes and their epic adventures. Together we'll sneak past Medusa's fearful gaze with Perseus, join Theseus as he ventures into the Labyrinth to face the Minotaur, and ride Pegasus to the skies with Bellerophon.
Then, once we've returned to the ground, it's time to become a hero yourself! Craft your very own himation (ancient Greek cloak) and decorate it with symbols, images and words inspired by your favourite Hellenic hero.
Details & Inclusions
60-minute session with storytelling, artefact handling and hands-on crafts
This event is recommended for younger Argonauts aged 4–8 years
Tickets include all materials, and museum general entry on the day
Each child ticket incudes entry for one accompanying adult. Children must be accompanied at all times.
Grown ups: the craft activity uses paint, glue and other materials which may get messy. We recommend dressing your Argonaut in adventure-ready clothing!
Other Available Sessions
This is the booking page for the 11AM Sunday 5 July session, which will be delivered in English.
Explore other times below, including a session delivered in Modern Greek!
11AM Sunday 28 June (Delivered in English)
1.30PM Sunday 28 June (Delivered in English)
1.30PM Sunday 5 July (Delivered in Modern Greek)
Take part in the 2026 Golden Fleece Competition: Hellenic Superheroes!
The heroic adventures continue! This program is inspired by our annual kids' art contest, The Golden Fleece Competition, which in 2026 is themed Hellenic Superheroes. Submit an original hero-inspired artwork by 5 October 2026 and you could win amazing prizes, including art supply kits, Hellenic Museum prize packs, family memberships, and more! Visit the Golden Fleece Hub for more information.
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Tickets
Child Workshop Admission
Includes entry for one accompanying parent or guardian
$18.00
+$0.45 ticket service fee
Total
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