HELLENIC MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER

CHICAGO, IL

The Hellenic Museum and Cultural Center in Chicago, IL is a non-profit organization that strives to promote the achievements of the ancient and modern Greek communities. The museum was established in 1983 as the first museum in North America dedicated to Hellenic culture. The museum offers a wide variety of activities and exhibits that educate and inform about the history and culture of Greece. The museum houses a permanent collection of artifacts, art, and memorabilia from the Greek diaspora. It also has a library, a theater, and a gallery of contemporary Greek art.

The museum's mission is to foster an understanding and appreciation of Hellenic culture and its contributions to the world through education and the arts. It seeks to provide a focal point for the exchange of ideas between Greeks and the wider public. Through its programming, the museum seeks to promote dialogue, collaboration, and understanding between the various Greek communities in the United States and Canada.

The museum also offers educational programs and workshops that explore the many facets of Greek culture. These include lectures, film screenings, and seminars. It also hosts a variety of cultural events, such as music and dance performances, art exhibitions, and food tastings. The museum also hosts special events, such as Greek Heritage Day, which celebrates the legacy of the Greek diaspora.

The Hellenic Museum and Cultural Center is a great way to explore the history and culture of Greece. With its engaging exhibitions, educational programs, and cultural events, it offers something for everyone.

HELLENIC MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER is a Uncategorized or General Museum in CHICAGO IL. US MID #8401700170

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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HELLENIC MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER
801 W ADAMS AVE., 4TH FLOOR
CHICAGO
IL
60607

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