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The People vs. Socrates: NHM Recreates the Most Famous Trial in History
The National Hellenic Museum (NHM) will take on one of the most famous cases in history by reenacting the trial of Socrates, the philosopher from Athens who is credited as the founder of Western philosophy.
Nationally renowned judges and attorneys...
Culture
NHM Extends ‘Resilience’ by Former Prince
Chicago's National Hellenic Museum (NHM), announced that Prince Nikolaos’ North American exhibition debut, Resilience, will be extended through April 16.
The exhibition is a striking collection of 19 photographs exploring Greece’s enduring relationship with nature and the importance of environmental...
Culture
NHM’s Book Club Delves Into ‘A Dream of Kings’ by Harry M. Petrakis
National Hellenic Museum's (NHM) virtual book club will be discussing on Thursday, January 26, the classic American novel from acclaimed Chicago storyteller Harry Mark Petrakis "A Dream of Kings".
Facilitated by NHM's Resident Scholar Dr. Katherine Kelaidis, each month the...
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NHS Heritage Weekend Brings Together Best And Brightest Greek Americans
The National Hellenic Society held their annual Heritage Weekend honoring Emmy & Golden Globe Winning Best Actor Michael Chiklis this past weekend, Oct 7-10, at the Waldorf Astoria Resort in Dana Point, CA.
Archaeologists John Camp and Beth Fisher were...
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The National Hellenic Museum Raised Over $1 Million at Gala
The National Hellenic Museum (NHM) raised over one million dollars last weekend at its 2022 Gala in support of its mission to share Greek history, art, culture, and the Greek- American story.
NHM Chairman John P. Calamos, Sr. and Gala...
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National Hellenic Museum Gala a Great Success
The much-anticipated gala to mark the grand reopening of the National Hellenic Museum (NHM) in Chicago was a great success on Saturday.
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National Hellenic Museum Adds Two Exhibitions to Its Grand Reopening
The National Hellenic Museum (NHM) in Chicago’s Greektown neighborhood announced it has added two more exhibitions to mark its grand reopening this September.
These exhibitions join the previously announced world premiere photography exhibition Resilience by Prince Nikolaos.
In Gather Together: Chicago...
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Chicago’s National Hellenic Museum Reopens on September 16th
The National Hellenic Museum (NHM) in Chicago reopens on September 16th after shutting down during the COVID-19 pandemic, returning with a featured photo exhibit after an annual Gala celebrating the museum’s comeback.
The NHM, dedicated to sharing Greek history, art,...
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Star-Studded Heritage Weekend to Honor Michael Chiklis
The National Hellenic Society and the National Hellenic Museum are organizing Heritage Weekend, where Emmy & Golden Globe Winning Best Actor Michael Chiklis will be honored, from October 6, 2022 to October 9, 2022.
Heritage Weekend will take place at...
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Chicago’s National Hellenic Museum Holds Annual Gala
The National Hellenic Museum (NHM) in Chicago will hold its much-anticipated gala on Saturday, September 10th at the Hilton Chicago.
Organizers promise an evening of fine dining, music, dancing, and a spectacular auction to benefit The National Hellenic Museum. Greek...