Greco-Roman Period
The time when ancient Greek and Roman cultures flourished, from about 800 BCE to 500 CE.
What is it?
This period covers the rise of Greek city-states, the conquests of Alexander the Great, and the Roman Empire. Greek and Roman art, philosophy, and government have influenced the world ever since. The child's reflection identifies a statue as Greek or Roman, showing the connection between the two cultures. Another exhibit features a Running Artemis statue from this period.
Why it matters
Many ideas about democracy, science, and art come from this period. Museums around the world display Greek and Roman statues.
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