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 inclined auditorium with a dome screen that fully immerses the viewer’s field of vision. At the digital Planetarium, students can choose from a wide range of educational and entertaining films:

The Legend of the Enchanted Reef (New Film)
Follow active Shorty, clever Indigo, and brave sawfish Jake on a colorful adventure. After their reef is destroyed by a fishing trawler, the trio has no choice but to search for a new home.
 As they explore the ocean in search of the legendary reef, they encounter a variety of fascinating environments: kelp forests, sunken shipwrecks, and even outer space! Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, dangerous pollution, and other threats, all while chasing after a reef that… may just be a myth.

Recommended for: Preschool to early Primary School

 Duration: 45’


Touch the stars
Reach for the stars! Take a tour of our solar system and explore planets with NASA’s robotic spacecraft. With high-resolution images and authentic NASA data, follow the real journeys of satellites and explorers on an unforgettable trip.

Recommended for: 3rd Grade and up

Duration: 35’


Constellations and Myths
A discovery game into the mysteries of the night sky, presented through the dazzling tales of constellation myths.

Recommended for: 3rd Grade and up

Duration: 35’


Earth’s Climate
Earth’s position in the solar system provides the right conditions for the development and evolution of life. However, these conditions have not remained constant over time. Today, human activity has brought about a new climate change, requiring urgent action. This film presents the factors that influence our planet’s climate.  

Recommended for: 4th Grade and up

Duration: 35’


From Earth to the Universe
A journey through celestial discoveries, from the theories of ancient Greek astronomers to modern high-tech telescopes. Visit the solar system and the Sun, witness the birth and death of stars, and travel even further—beyond the galaxy—into the vastness of the universe.

Recommended for: 5th Grade and up

Duration: 35’


Oasis in Space
A journey through the hidden corners of our solar system, in search of precious water.

Recommended for: 5th Grade and up

Duration: 35’


Alien Worlds
For thousands of years, we believed we were the center of the universe. Thanks to human curiosity, imagination, and ingenuity, we now know that Earth-like planets are not unique. Our Sun is just one of billions of stars in our galaxy. With the help of powerful telescopes, we explore an immense variety of different worlds waiting to be discovered.

Recommended for: 7th Grade (Middle School) and up

Duration: 35’


Space Opera
A flying disc travels through the solar system and across outer space. A unique artistic, scientific, and cinematic experience, accompanied by Gustav Holst’s masterpiece The Planets.

Recommended for: 7th Grade (Middle School) and up

Duration: 35’



Animated Films


The Magic Planet
The story of little Mia, who tries to protect the Earth and save the four seasons from climate change.

Recommended for: Preschool to 6th Grade

Duration: 40’


The Blind Man Who Saw the Stars
A blind wise old man has much to teach about the sky, the stars, and life itself.

Recommended for: Kindergarten to 2nd Grade

Duration: 35’


Live Presentations at the Planetarium
Live astronomy presentations, accompanied by an interactive knowledge game with questions and answers.


Space Mission: Night Sky
A live tour of the night sky and its secrets, among constellations and ancient myths born from human imagination. A fascinating journey to get to know Earth, the Moon, and our solar system.

Recommended for: Preschool to 3rd Grade

Duration: 40’


Space Mission 301
Life on Earth appeared billions of years ago and evolved to the point where humans now search for life beyond our planet. During this journey, students learn about the conditions that allowed life to emerge and continue on Earth. They travel to nearby Mars and the icy moons of Jupiter and Saturn to explore the possibility of primitive life forms. They also discover how astronomers search among billions of stars in our galaxy for Earth’s “twin” and wonder whether intelligent beings, somewhere out there, might also be gazing at the universe asking: “Are we alone?”

Recommended for: 4th to 6th Grade

Duration: 40’


Space quiz
Children take part in a live interactive presentation at the Planetarium using their mobile phones. Through short explanatory videos projected on the dome, they are guided from Earth to the Universe and back. A short dome film follows, offering a thrilling journey from our planet to the edge of the observable universe.

Recommended for: 7th Grade (Middle School) to 12th Grade (High School)

Duration: 30’
(Use of mobile phones by students required)



COSMOTHEATER


A 300-seat cinema hall with the largest flat screen in Southeastern Europe (23m x 17m), where educational films are screened:

Cities of the Future 3D (New Film)
Imagine life 50 years from now and discover smart cities designed to be fully sustainable. In these cities, renewable energy sources are the primary supply, and solar power from space provides continuous energy 24/7. Everything is recycled, and people travel in personalized pods moving on magnetic levitation trains, consuming little or no energy. You can even drive a flying electric vehicle! Traffic jams are a thing of the past.
 This is not science fiction—engineers are already designing a sustainable world. See it all on the giant NOESIS screen!

Recommended for: 1st Grade and up

Duration: 45’


The Life of Mr. Tree 3D
Two clever insects, Danae the Ladybug and Lampis the Firefly, take us on a journey into the wonderful world of trees, explaining why they are so important for life on our planet. Students learn how trees feed themselves and how they provide oxygen, the essential element for all living beings.

Recommended for: 1st to 6th Grade

Duration: 40’


Dinosaurs – Giants of Patagonia 3D
The dinosaurs that ruled Patagonia millions of years ago come to life before your eyes in spectacular 3D on the giant Cosmotheater screen.

Recommended for: 1st Grade and up

Duration: 50’



EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

Techno-Battles (New)
An original knowledge-based game show transforms into a time machine, taking children on a fascinating journey through the world of technology. Using interactive digital tools, students actively participate in a live quiz with smart questions. Videos, sounds, 3D objects, experiments, and demonstrations bring information to life, keeping their attention and interest high.
Through this enjoyable and educationally targeted experience, children discover how technology has transformed our daily lives—from transportation and telecommunications to computers and artificial intelligence.

Recommended for: 4th Grade to 12th Grade (High School)

Duration: 45’

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The educational program “Little Olympians: From Paris… to Los Angeles” invites students from 2nd to 6th grade of Primary School to embark on a fun-filled journey into the world of the Modern Olympic Games!
Inspired by the Museum’s collection, the Olympic Values, and the power of the Olympic Movement, children transform into little Olympians and travel through the most significant moments in Olympic history, leading them to the upcoming Olympic Games in Los Angeles 2028!
The program’s aim is to familiarize children with Olympic history, introduce them to Olympic sports, and engage them in hands-on activities inspired by the Olympic Movement.
As little Olympians preparing for their big journey to America, which will host the 2028 Games, students “pack their suitcases” with knowledge, games, and experiences!
Puzzles, quizzes, team challenges, and creative games enhance participation and encourage children to discover the importance of teamwork, effort, and fair play.