Archaeological Museum of Brauron, Archaeological museum in Markopoulo Mesogeias, Greece.
Description
The Archaeological Museum of Brauron is a collection facility in eastern Attica presenting artifacts recovered from the ancient Artemis sanctuary in the surrounding area. The building features five exhibition halls organized around a central courtyard and atrium space.
History
The museum opened in 1962 and holds collections from excavations conducted between 1945 and 1962 under archaeologist Ioannes Papadimitriou at the sanctuary site. This fieldwork uncovered the remains that now form the foundation of understanding ancient worship practices in this location.
Culture
The museum displays statues of young girls known as arktoi, showing how ancient rituals shaped the passage to adulthood for noble Athenian daughters. Visitors can observe how these ceremonies reflected the values and beliefs of ancient Greek society through the carved representations.
Practical
The building sits south of Athens near the international airport and is accessible by public transit. The spaces are well-marked, making it easy for visitors to navigate through the different exhibition areas.
Did you know?
A special collection displays offerings that women dedicated to the goddess Artemis during childbirth, including jewelry, compasses, and bronze mirrors. These personal objects offer an intimate glimpse into the daily concerns and hopes of women in ancient times.
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