Democracy Experiential Workshop Activity on Pnyx hill, Athens
Overview
Participate in an interactive session at the historic site of Pnyx, where you will engage in dialogues and role-play. This workshop allows you to become a citizen of classical Athens, voting on city matters while surrounded by a view of the Acropolis.
- 🗣️ Learn about Athens at a landmark of democratic history.
- 📜 Interactive workshop explores the real story of democracy.
- 👥 Put yourself in the shoes of a voting Athenian.
- 🏛️ See the historic location that hosted Athenian Public Assemblies.
- ⚒️ Use unique replicas of ancient Greek objects.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Semi private: Join a small group of a maximum of 10 participants
- Local VAT 24%
- Ostrakon (ceramic voting disk, replica of the ancient object), use it and keep it as commemorative
- Liability Insurance
- Expert facilitator
- Usage of the Waterthief (ceramic water-timer, replica of the ancient object)
- NOT a guided tour. It is an interactive history workshop for beginners focusing on Democracy..
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Start with a brief introduction on the theme, given by your interpreter with the Socratic method, a shared dialogue between teacher and students.
Continue with a 300-meter uphill walk, leading you to the ancient vema—the stone platform where speakers once addressed the citizens of Athens. Upon arrival, you’ll settle in the nearest shaded area to take part in a dynamic role-play: a recreation of an ancient Assembly meeting. You’ll debate a case scenario, speak your mind, cast your vote, and even use a replica of an ancient water-timer just as they did in the classical era.
Next, experience the dramatic tradition of ostracism. Identify the “dangerous citizen”, inscribe their name on your ostracon, and symbolically exile them from the city. Each participant will carve and keep their ostracon as a unique commemorative piece.
To conclude the experience, enjoy a brief tour of the hill, followed by the Exploration Game — a fun team challenge (This game is available for groups of 4 or more.)
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.