The Multiculturalism of Philhellenism – Guided Tour
Philhellenism, or the ‘love of Greece’, has manifested itself through Greece's history from antiquity to today, with many admirers of Greece recognising its Classical and Byzantine legacy as the foundation of their nations' political, cultural and religious traditions. This tour of The Spirit of Byron exhibition will explore the evolution of Philhellenism and its role in inspiring international support for Greece during the Greek War of Independence.
The tour will guide audiences through the diverse expressions of Philhellenism by key allies during the war — Russia, Britain and France — and unpack each ally’s political and diplomatic agenda towards Greece during this period. It will also examine the cultural politics of Philhellenism, considering how the proliferation of poetry, visual culture (such as prints and paintings), philhellene propaganda and the hopes for a liberated Greece expressed by individuals — from from Russian General admiral Alexei Orlov, to English poets Percy Shelley and Lord Byron, American physician Samuel Howe, and French artist Eugene Delacroix — helped galvanise support for the Greek cause.
Duration
Capacity
Cost
50 minutes
25 people (min. charge 8 people)
$17pp general
$15pp concession/students
Teachers accompany free
Curriculum Links
This tour is suitable for secondary students studying Greek and/or Modern History. It has the following curriculum links.
Greek Schools
This is an excellent workshop to engage Secondary school level students who are learning Greek with the history and significance of the Greek War of Independence.
Victorian Curriculum F–10
Learning Area: History
This tour is suitable for year 9 and 10 History students studying the making of the modern world from 1750–1918 and looking at the dynamics of nationalism and imperialism at this time.