

Komboloi: Greek Worry Bead Workshop
Part meditation tool, part musical instrument, the komboloi! This school holidays, discover the history of this traditional Greek item, and craft your very own set of komboloi worry beads.
Time & Location
20 July 2025, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Hellenic Museum, 280 William St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Event Details
Part meditation tool, part musical instrument: meet the komboloi! This school holidays, discover the fascinating history of this traditional Greek item, and craft your very own set of komboloi worry beads. Participants aged 7 to 12 will be guided through the long history of komboloi, from sacred to secular, before learning some key passes and tricks in this meditation practice.
This workshop is ideal for ages 7–12 and will be conducted in English. Tickets include museum general entry, including access to our new landmark exhibition, Rituals: Gifts for the Gods.
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Tickets
Workshop Participant: Age 7-12
$25.00
+$0.63 ticket service fee
Total
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