Family educational programs for children aged 3-5 years, along with their parents. Experiential activities with themes inspired by mythology, the Greek diet, space, and prehistory.
Virtual Reality (VR) Headsets
Visitors to the «Hellenic Cosmos» Cultural Centre have the opportunity to tour virtually using latest technology VR headsets and with the expert guidance of Museum Educators, enjoy a faithful representation of cities and monuments of cultural heritage.
Read more about the Extended Reality program XR-Cosmos of the Foundation of the Hellenic World.
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The Workshop of Phidias
Take a virtual tour of the Workshop of the famous Athenian sculptor Phidias, in Ancient Olympia, using the latest technology VR headsets and with the experienced guidance of the Museum Educators. Become "assistants" to the sculptor Phidias, following step-by-step the process he used to create the chryselephantine statue of Zeus.
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PalaeoScope
Discover how Attica looked from the rock of the Acropolis 70 million years ago up until 1874 AD.
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Dangerous Mission on the Walls of Byzantine Thessaloniki
After the death of Emperor Manuel I Komnenos in 1180, a period of disintegration and decline begins for Byzantium, which culminates in the Fall of Constantinople to the Crusaders of the 4th Crusade in 1204. During these years, the Byzantine state is plagued by uprisings and civil strife, while the central authority is unable to control the territory. In this turbulent environment, Alexios, an exiled nephew of Manuel, emerges and urges the Normans of Sicily and their king, William II, to turn against Byzantium. Indeed, the Norman army captures Dyrrachium and advances towards Thessaloniki.
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Conspiracy in ancient Aigai
The virtual reality experience is based on the rich history of murders and conspiracies that have been recorded in the royal court of Pella, even before the time of Philip II and Alexander. It is said that after Philip's assassination, Alexander feared he might also fall victim to conspiracy and murder. Spring of 334 BC. We are in ancient Aigai, the first urban center of Macedonia. After the seat of power moved to Pella, the palace of Aigai has been "decommissioned", yet the city continues to host the important sacred ceremonies and major festivals of the Macedonians, as well as the burials of the kings.
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War and Peace
The visitor, using VR headsets, is transported to the past of the Holy Monastery of Hosios Loukas, aiming to experience an intense and unique immersive experience. The approach followed is that of narrative immersion, where the user is immersed in the space of a story's plot, similar to a book reader or a movie viewer.
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Educational Programs
The "Hellenic Cosmos" Cultural Centre offers Educational Programs for children aged 5 to 8, which are designed and implemented by the Museum Education – Educational Department and take place in all fully equipped indoor and outdoor areas of the "Hellenic Cosmos".
The choir of the Foundation of the Hellenic World invites children and teenagers aged 8 to 18, who love music, to become part of a vibrant community of sound, expression, and joy under the guidance of music educator Matthia Spitadaki.
Η εναλλακτική θερινή κατασκήνωση του «Ελληνικού Κόσμου» επανέρχεται για ακόμα ένα καλοκαίρι, προσφέροντας δημιουργική απασχόληση, ψυχαγωγία και πολύ-πολύ παιχνίδι. Φέτος το Καλοκαίρι, γιορτάζουμε τα 20 χρόνια της Θόλου, του θεάτρου εικονικής πραγματικότητας του Κέντρου Πολιτισμού «Ελληνικός Κόσμος» και σας προσκαλούμε να περάσετε μαζί μας αξέχαστα! Το «Καλοκαίρι στην Πόλη» μεταμορφώνεται σε μια μεγάλη ξεχωριστή γιορτή φαντασίας, γνώσης και δημιουργίας. Σε αυτή τη γιορτή οι καλεσμένοι δεν είναι συνηθισμένοι : θεοί, ήρωες της ελληνικής μυθολογίας, επιστήμονες και καλλιτέχνες κάνουν την εμφάνιση τους. Μύθος και πραγματικότητα ενώνονται, δημιουργώντας μια εμπειρία που συναρπάζει!
The “Hellenic Cosmos” welcomes the new school year with new educational programs and activities that cater to all age groups. The programs are designed and implemented by the Museum Educators Department. Children are encouraged to collaborate, observe, investigate, and create.
Friends Association
Become a Volunteer at the «Hellenic Cosmos» Cultural Centre!
The Friends Association of the Foundation of the Hellenic World offers the opportunity for volunteer work to those who wish to gain knowledge about the activities of Charitable Foundations and Non-Profit Organizations.
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Interview of Dimitris Efraimoglou on Success Code
Dimitris Efraimoglou (CEO of the Foundation of the Hellenic World) speaks to Eleftheria Georgakaina about the vision behind the "Hellenic Cosmos" and how an innovative initiative managed to change the way we experience history. A vision that began with the aim of promoting Greek history and culture and evolved into a space where knowledge becomes an experience.
Before Freedom Came | An experiential journey through the Greek Revolution
The Foundation of the Hellenic World (FHW) and the charitable organization of the Holy Archdiocese of Athens “Apostoli”, through the Children's Multipurpose Center “Lela Karagianni”, invite both young and old on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 11:00 to a special open educational activity in the imposing space of the oldest residence in Athens, at the Benizelos Mansion (96 Adrianou Street, Plaka).
Our own person, Thrasivoulos Giatsios, has passed away.
With great sadness we bid farewell to Thrasivoulos Giatsios, a person with deep love for culture and theatre, with vision, sensitivity and dedication to his work. He left his personal imprint on the Foundation of the Hellenic World and on those who had the fortune to collaborate with him. His absence leaves a great void. His memory, however, as well as his work and ethos, will continue to accompany us.
Signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation between the Foundation of the Hellenic World and the International Creative Academy of Egypt
A Memorandum of Cooperation was signed between the Foundation of the Hellenic World and the International Creative Academy (ICA) of Egypt, with the aim of collaboration in the fields of creative industries, cultural innovation, and education.
Official Premiere of the Performance “Our Great Circus” by Iakovos Kambanellis
On Monday, January 19, the official premiere of the historically significant work “Our Great Circus” by Iakovos Kambanellis took place, with music by Stavros Xarchakos and directed by Petros Zoulias. The play follows, in a dramatic yet humorous way, the course of Greek history, accompanied by deep emotion and numerous historical references.
Signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation between the Foundation of the Hellenic World and EKKOMED - Creative Greece for the development of joint actions in the field of digital games and creative technology
The Foundation of the Hellenic World and the Hellenic Center for Cinema, Audiovisual Media and Creation - Creative Greece signed a Memorandum of Cooperation defining the framework of their joint actions in the field of digital games, creative technology, and immersive emerging technologies. The Memorandum was signed by Ms. Sofia Kounenaki Efraimoglou, Executive Vice President of the Board of Directors of the FHW, and Mr. Leonidas Christopoulos, CEO of HCCAMC – Creative Greece.