Divine Dialogues: Cults & Rituals in Ancient Greece

Schedule

Sat Sep 20 2025 at 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm

UTC+10:00

Location

Hellenic Museum | Melbourne, VI

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In celebration of the Hellenic Museum's new international exhibition Rituals: Gifts for the Gods join guest speaker Dr John Voukelatos as he explores the shadowy and mysterious world of ancient Greek religion where gods walked among mortals and sacred rites offered visions of rebirth and renewal.
This visually rich and thought-provoking lecture will unravel the myths and rituals surrounding some of the major cults of ancient Greece. Discover how ancient festivals secret ceremonies and evocative artworks shaped the spiritual lives of the Greeks from the Eleusinian Mysteries to Dionysian revels and the rites of Artemis Brauronia. Journey from underworld myths to harvest rituals in a lecture that reveals how these enduring traditions continue to fascinate scholars and captivate imaginations today.
A 60-minute talk with Q&A no prior knowledge required. Tickets include general admission with access to Rituals: Gifts for the Gods and all other Hellenic Museum exhibitions on the day of the event.
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Hellenic Museum, 280 William St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia, Melbourne

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