Thessaloniki

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Museum Educational Programmes 
A. “Blue heroes take action on climate change & the environment” 
Prompted by our Museum’s new Smurf collection, we are implementing a museum educational programme with the main goal of raising children’s awareness in relation to climate change and its effects on the environment and our lives.  
The students will turn into Smurfs and you will assign them a mission: Not to save Smurfette from Gargamel, but to save our planet from harmful human activity. Through the clear storytelling, the optimistic humour, the strong graphic style and the constant creativity of the little blue creatures, students get to know good practices that can be applied in our daily lives, with the aim of learning to respect the environment – both the natural environment as well as animals – in order to bequeath a healthy planet to future generations. (Directorate of Modern Cultural Heritage: Actions aimed at the dissemination of knowledge and ways in order to ensure a sustainable environment in mitigating climate change. 
B. “Discovering the secrets of games” 
When did children first play with dolls? What does Athena (the mascot of the Olympic Games) have to do with Barbie? Were there board games before there were tables? How does a can turn into an airplane, taking you on a journey around the world?  
These and many other questions will be answered and the hidden secrets of the games in the Children’s Museum of Thessaloniki will be revealed.  
The journey into the world of toys begins here: children will learn about the history of toys in a fun way, as well as the social and cultural context in which they emerged; they will be called to provide answers in an interactive/digital way to the questions of Plangona (an ancient doll) and – who knows – they might even meet one… 
Action, knowledge and imagination are the ingredients that make up our museum educational programme.


C. “Many journeys… one Europe” 
Europe speaks many languages and it has a lot to say! Where did her journey begin and what has she given us besides her name?  
A museum educational programme that brings students into contact with our close, as well as our distant European neighbours. Through narration, video, digital interaction and constructions: images and people, cultures so different yet so similar, are pleasantly entangled in a game of search and knowledge.  
Get ready! Where would you like to travel? 
D. “A day in an old classroom” 
In our Museum’s authentic, traditional classroom, students will discover and get to know the old school, the teachers, the lessons and games of another time through sight, touch and participating in interactive practices.  
The old school classroom environment, pictures, videos and objects help children learn experientially. They can compare, create, participate and gain a complete picture and experience of how school life was in Greece in the past.

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Planetarium
A 150-seat dome-screen theater that offers an immersive visual experience. Students can choose from a variety of educational and entertainment films:

Films Available:

Space Opera (From 7th Grade)
A flying saucer travels through the solar system and explores space in a unique artistic, scientific, and cinematic experience set to Gustav Holst’s The Planets.
Earth’s Climate (From 4th Grade)
The Earth’s position in the solar system allows life to thrive, but these conditions have changed over time. Today, human intervention has led to a new climate change, requiring immediate action. This film explores the factors affecting our planet’s climate.
Alien Worlds (From 7th Grade)
For thousands of years, we believed Earth was the center of the universe. Now, thanks to curiosity and technology, we know that planets like ours are common. Using powerful telescopes, we explore an endless variety of worlds waiting to be discovered.
Constellations and Myths (From 3rd Grade)
A journey of discovery into the mysteries of the sky, unveiling the magic of the night sky through the myths behind the constellations.
From Earth to the Universe (From 5th Grade)
A voyage through celestial discoveries, from ancient Greek astronomy to modern telescopes. Travel through the solar system, witness the birth and death of stars, and venture beyond our galaxy into the vastness of the universe.
Oasis in Space (From 5th Grade)
A journey through the unseen corners of our solar system in search of the precious resource—water.
Animated Films:
Magic Planet (For Pre-K to 6th Grade)
Follow Mia as she embarks on an adventure to protect Earth and save the four seasons from climate change.
The Blind Man Who Saw the Stars (For Kindergarten to 2nd Grade)
A wise, blind old man shares lessons about the sky, stars, and life itself.


Cosmotheater
A 300-seat cinema featuring the largest flat screen in Southeast Europe (23m x 17m), showcasing educational films:

Everest 2D (For All Ages)
Follow an international expedition as they attempt to climb Mount Everest, facing extreme weather, avalanches, and the challenges of the highest peak on Earth. This legendary documentary, filmed in 1996, remains a must-see.
The Life of Mr. Tree 3D (From 1st to 6th Grade)
Two clever insects, Danae the Ladybug and Lampis the Firefly, take us on a journey into the fascinating world of trees, explaining their vital role in sustaining life on our planet.
Dinosaurs – Giants of Patagonia 3D (From 1st Grade)
Experience the prehistoric giants that ruled Patagonia billions of years ago as they come to life in stunning 3D on the massive screen of the Cosmotheater.


Technology Museum
The museum features three permanent exhibitions:

Ancient Greek Technology Exhibition – A unique collection showcasing technological advancements from prehistoric times through the Hellenistic and Byzantine periods.
Tech Park – Interactive exhibits allowing visitors to engage with and understand scientific principles in a fun and educational way.
Car Exhibition – A display of iconic automobiles that highlight the history of the automobile industry.

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In the wake of the 2024 Olympics, the Olympic Museum of Thessaloniki is offering the educational programme “Let’s go to Paris! Olympic Games 2024″, addressed to students of the 4th-6th grade.
The aim of the programme is to get to know the Olympic ideal, to come into contact with the Olympic values and to become familiar with the pillars of the Olympic Agenda, in order to ensure fraternity among peoples, to promote human rights and to raise awareness on sustainability issues through the special characteristics of the “PARIS 2024” Olympic Games. Students have the opportunity to learn about the new Olympic sports, the design parameters of the Olympic village and the sports venues, the symbolism of the torch and the mascot, the cultural particularities and environmental protection measures that make this event unique in the world. The students will be able to enjoy theatrical interaction, puzzles, exploring the Museum’s collection, sports and floor games in an interactive and experiential Olympic Education programme that reflects the different subjects in the school’s curriculum (Environmental Studies, Physics, Language, Physical Education).