Amulets and spells

Duration
September 25 - December 31 2009
Timetable
Tuesday - Sunday, 08:30 - 14:30
Place
National Historical Museum - Folkore Collection Rooms
From the Museum’s collections are presented apotropaic symbols of Modern Greek tradition as reflected in: amulets, costumes

 

During the "European Heritage Days", the Ministry of Culture for the year 2009 has chosen the theme "Wizards, spells and amulets: Magic in the Ancient and Christian world". 

The National Historical Museum participates with the exhibition "Amulets and spells". From the Museum’s collections are presented apotropaic symbols of Modern Greek tradition as reflected in: amulets, costumes, war armament, jewelry, personal items, household items - and old manuscripts with relevant content.

The visitors will have access to relative bibliography and the opportunity to learn the content of manuscripts from transcribed texts on spells and magic.

Duration of exhibition: September 25 to December 31, 2009

 

OPENING HOURS NHM (Athens)
September - June
Tuesday - Friday: 09.00-16.00
Saturday - Sunday: 10.00-16.00
July - August
Tuesday - Sunday: 10.00-16.00
Admission until: 15.30
TICKET PRICES
Permanent exhibition: general admission 10 €, reduced 5 €
Temporary exhibitions: general admission 10 €, reduced 5 €
Combined admission: general 15 €, reduced 8 €
Free admission: 1nd Sunday of the month (November-February), March 25, May 18, October 28
MUSEUM SHOP
Opening hours Tuesday- Sunday 09:00-16:00