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Ancient Olympics: Let the Games Begin!

In this action-packed workshop, students come face to face with the Hellenic Museum’s collection of rare 20th century Olympic torches. Exploring artefacts, students will learn about the values, story and symbols of the ancient and modern Olympics, and then test their strength by competing in a re-imagined ancient Pentathlon contest.

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1 hour 30 minutes

30 students (min. charge 8 students)

$18 per person
Teachers accompany free

This workshop has links to the following learning areas: Health and Physical Education, History, Visual Arts, Design and Technologies, Civics and Citizenship, and English. It utilises ethical, intercultural, personal and social, and critical and creative thinking capabilities.

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Australia's only museum dedicated to showcasing the transformational power of Greek art, history & culture
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