Spend your summer with the Greeks!
June 1 - October 10, 2016 - Ticket Prices Vary
Explore The Greeks with National Geographic this summer. Washington, D.C., audiences can join our explorers and staff with an all-new lineup of events, arranged chronologically below, held at the National Geographic Museum. Click on Purchase Tickets buttons for more information about specific events.
Take an extraordinary journey through 5,000 years of Greek culture in this world-class exhibit celebrating kings, scholars, poets, and philosophers. “The Greeks: Agamemnon to Alexander the Great” is a once-in-a-lifetime exhibition featuring more than 500 priceless treasures—many of which never have been displayed outside of Greece—from 21 Greek museums. Discover how the ancient Greeks saw themselves, their society, and their gods. Explore pivotal moments that led to the birth of Western democracy, philosophy, and theater, and learn how Greek culture continues to shape the modern arts, science, medicine, and sports.
This exhibition was developed by the Hellenic Ministry of Culture, Education and Religious Affairs (Athens, Greece), the National Geographic Museum (Washington, D.C., U.S.) Pointe-à-Callière, Montréal Archaeology and History Complex (Montreal, Canada), the Field Museum (Chicago, U.S.), and the Canadian Museum of History (Gatineau, Canada).
This exhibition was developed by the Hellenic Ministry of Culture, Education and Religious Affairs (Athens, Greece), the National Geographic Museum (Washington, D.C., U.S.) Pointe-à-Callière, Montréal Archaeology and History Complex (Montreal, Canada), the Field Museum (Chicago, U.S.), and the Canadian Museum of History (Gatineau, Canada).
Inside 'The Greeks': Worship, Burial, & Honors
July 13, 2016, 6:30pm - $85 Tickets (Limited availability)
Get a behind the scenes look at some of Greece’s most treasured artifacts with Acropolis expert Catherine Keesling and National Geographic Archaeologist-in-Residence Fred Hiebert, without the hassle of getting a new passport or buying a plane ticket. This exclusive tour of “The Greeks: Agamemnon to Alexander the Great” will explore the rich history behind ancient Greece’s sculpture and how it played a vital role in spiritual life, giving attendees a unique perspective of this unprecedented collection. In addition to this private guided tour, the exclusive evening will feature an intimate reception. Limited tickets available.
A Taste of Greece
July 20, 2016, 7:00 PM - $50 Tickets
Sample the sweet and savory aspects of Greek culture with a celebration Greek wine, music, and, of course, food. In honor of the only East Coast stop of “The Greeks,” local D.C.-area Greek restaurants are coming together to celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime exhibit, along with Greek culture and Greek cuisine—which has become a ubiquitous and delicious part of the American restaurant scene.
“The Greeks” exhibition will be open until 7:00 PM and admission is included with your ticket. Don't miss your chance to dive into Greek culture with more than 500+ artifacts from more than 20 museums in Greece.
“The Greeks” exhibition will be open until 7:00 PM and admission is included with your ticket. Don't miss your chance to dive into Greek culture with more than 500+ artifacts from more than 20 museums in Greece.
The Geeks
July 29, 2016, 6:00 PM - $15 Tickets
Nerd out at an event that would make the first geeks—the Greeks—proud. As the inventors of democracy, geometry, philosophy, and the toga party, no one worked harder (or played harder) than the Greeks. Embody the Greek spirit of adventure, ideas, and exploration with National Geographic’s young explorers on an evening out. Hold on tight during this night of expectation-defying science and uncontrollable laughter with eight Nat Geo explorers fresh from the field.
Inside ‘The Greeks’: Olympic Origins
August 11, 2016, 6:30 PM - $85 Tickets (Limited availability)
Inspired by the 2016 Summer Olympics? Discover how the ancient sporting event began with exhibit curator and National Geographic Archaeologist-in-Residence Fred Hiebert, and Diane Harris Cline, associate professor of history and classical studies at George Washington University and author of the National Geographic book The Greek: An Illustrated History. Join the pair for an exclusive evening at the National Geographic Society featuring a reception, a discussion of the National Geographic Museum’s exhibition “The Greeks: Agamemnon to Alexander The Great,” and a private guided tour. Explore the rich history behind this unprecedented collection and gain insights into the competitive spirit of ancient Greek culture. Limited tickets available.
‘The Greeks’: Archaeology Uncovered
September 14, 2016, 7:30PM - $25 Tickets
Greece has some of the world’s most impressive archaeological sites. Travel back in time and hear from three leading archaeologists about the ancient treasures featured in “The Greeks: Agamemnon to Alexander the Great.” National Geographic Archaeologist-in-Residence Fred Hiebert; Bill Parkinson, specialist in European and Eastern Mediterranean prehistory; and National Geographic archaeologist and MacArthur Fellow Dimitri Nakassis will lead this fascinating panel discussion, moderated by National Geographic magazine archaeology editor Kristin Romey.
“The Greeks” exhibition will be open until 7:00 PM and admission is included with your ticket. Don't miss your chance to dive into Greek culture with more than 500+ artifacts from more than 20 museums in Greece.
“The Greeks” exhibition will be open until 7:00 PM and admission is included with your ticket. Don't miss your chance to dive into Greek culture with more than 500+ artifacts from more than 20 museums in Greece.
A Democracy Forum: What Have We Learned from the Ancient Greeks
September 26, 2016, 7:30 PM - $25 TICKETS
What is democracy? What can we learn about it from the ancient Greeks? And how does this ideal continue to evolve? As part of a summerlong series of programs organized in conjunction with the exhibition “The Greeks: Agamemnon to Alexander the Great,” three leading experts on Greek culture and history will examine the meaning of these questions and more. The panel, moderated by Bill Antholis, a Greek-American political scientist and the director and CEO of the Miller Center of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia, will examine the many facets of democracy. Stanford professor and author Josiah Ober, historian and leadership consultant Brook Manville, along with journalist Markos Kounalakis and former ambassador Eleni Tsakopoulos Kounalakis will join Antholis in this lively discussion. On the eve of this historic election, come examine democracy from timeless and provocative perspectives with us.
“The Greeks” exhibition will be open until 7:00 PM and admission is included with your ticket. Don't miss your chance to dive into Greek culture with more than 500+ artifacts from more than 20 museums in Greece.
“The Greeks” exhibition will be open until 7:00 PM and admission is included with your ticket. Don't miss your chance to dive into Greek culture with more than 500+ artifacts from more than 20 museums in Greece.
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The National Hellenic Society is a proud co-sponsor of the three-part miniseries, The Greeks, produced by National Geographic Television and airing on PBS stations nationwide.
On June 28, Episode 2, The Good Strife, will premier at 9:00 pm/8:00c on PBS stations (please check for local listings). Episode 1, Cavemen to Kings was seen by an estimated viewership of 1.5 million! Click here if you missed the incredible Episode to watch it in its entirety. Episode 3, Chasing Greatness premiers next Tuesday, July 5 at 9:00 pm/8:00c. National Geographic and the NHS are in the throes of producing a companion digital series, The Greek Guide to Greatness, available on PBS, National Geographic, and NHS websites this July. |
The Greeks mini-series is a companion to the incredible exhibit,
The Greeks: Agamemnon to Alexander the Great at the National Geographic Museum, featuring nearly 600 artifacts from 22 museums in Greece. The exhibit covers a 5,000 years time span of ancient Greek history. Visitors to Washington, DC would be remiss in not seeing the exhibit, which features many artifacts that have never left Greece. |
