Hungry Hellenes: Ancient Appetites
Discover the curious history of ancient Greek food, in an interactive school holiday workshop for ages 7–13!
Time & Location
27 June 2026, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Hellenic Museum, 280 William St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Event Details
Calling all young historians! Step into the world of ancient Greece and discover how food fuelled heroes, athletes, and even the gods.
In this hands-on workshop, young explorers will uncover the surprising role of food in ancient everyday life – from the tough military training diets of Spartan kids, to the delicious offerings made to win the gods’ favour.
Through an interactive museum tour, games, and imaginative play, participants will:
Recreate a lively ancient Greek symposium (feast-style gathering)
Discover how food and health were connected in the ancient world
Put their learning into action with fun, movement-based challenges inspired by ancient athletics
Details & Inclusions
60-minute session, including a guided tour and hands-on activities.
Recommended for children aged 7–13 years.
Tickets include Hellenic Museum general entry on the day of the workshop.
Each child ticket includes entry for one accompanying adult. Children must be accompanied at all times.
Please note, no actual food will be prepared or eaten during the workshop.
Other Available Sessions
This is the booking page for 2PM Saturday 27 June. Another session is available for 2PM Saturday 4 July.
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Tickets
Child Workshop Ticket
Each child ticket includes entry for one accompanying parent or guardian. Children must be accompanied at all times.
$18.00
+$0.45 ticket service fee
Total
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