Epigraphical Museum

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Aug 19, 2025 - Aug 20, 2025
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Unearth Ancient Scripts at Epigraphical Museum

The Epigraphical Museum, located next to the National Archaeological Museum, is dedicated to Greek inscriptions. It features the world's largest collection, with artifacts revealing insights into ancient Greece.

Founded in the late 19th century, the museum emphasizes the significance of written communication in history. Its architectural style is functional, and displays range from early inscriptions to Latin and Jewish texts, with critical pieces like a decree from 480 BC revealing Athens' evacuation before the Persian invasion.

Notable Highlights

  • 🗿 Extensive Collection: Over 13,500 inscriptions from various historical periods.
  • 📜 Educational Sections: Interactive displays on the Greek writing system.
  • 🔍 Ancient Decode: Opportunities to learn and decode ancient scripts.

Access to the museum is typically included in a joint ticket with other museums, making it an affordable visit for tourists, families, and history enthusiasts.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Epigraphical Museum

Largest Collection

The museum features over 13,500 inscriptions, making it the biggest of its kind globally.

Historical Decree

Among its artifacts is a third-century decree linked to the evacuation of Athens in 480 BC.

Ancient Alphabets

Visitors can request sheets to decode various ancient alphabets.

Location

1 Tossitsa National Archaeological Museum of Athens

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