ABOUT US: OUR MISSION
The National Hellenic Museum (NHM) is a public history museum whose mission is to share Greek history, art, and culture, and preserve the Greek American story. Through its collection and archives of more than 10,000 artifacts and oral histories, exhibitions, educational programs, and events, the Museum makes relevant connections to the Hellenic legacy for its audiences. We do this because we believe in the value of celebrating the threads that bind us together, across cultures, ideas, and miles.
Founded in 1983, the Museum opened its landmark building in Chicago’s historic Greektown in 2011. It seeks to share the richness of the Hellenic legacy in a way that is accessible and inspiring for people of all ages and backgrounds.
ABOUT THE MUSEUM’S COLLECTION AND PROGRAMMING
Artifacts, replicas and recorded histories are used in dynamic programming to teach skills such as critical thinking, researching, writing, and interviewing. Students gain appreciation for the arts, sciences, and humanities from lessons learned across thousands of years of Greek history. The Museum’s educational programs are professionally designed and delivered for all ages, and museum educators use dialogue, storytelling and artifacts to cultivate a dynamic and fun learning environment. All NHM school programs and field trips are hands-on and meet state learning standards.
For more than 30 years and countless volunteer hours, so many have helped to build the NHM into a renowned hub for Greek American history. And now, the NHM Collections & Archives Portal provides global access to this proud history and rich legacy.
PRESS MATERIALS
View the latest Museum news and announcements about exhibitions, events, and programs.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Our Board of Trustees represents a cross-section of civic, corporate, professional, and philanthropic communities across the country. The Trustees are responsible for guiding the Museum and ensuring it can fulfill its mission and vision. They provide leadership regarding strategic direction and financial resources.
MUSEUM STAFF
The National Hellenic Museum has a hard-working and dedicated staff that is committed to the development of the Museum.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
If you’d like to join the dedicated staff of our world-class museum, please check our list of current job openings.
INTERNSHIPS
The National Hellenic Museum offers unpaid credit and non-credit internships for undergraduate and graduate students throughout the year.
ABOUT US: It’s All About What Happens Inside
The National Hellenic Museum (NHM) is dedicated to connecting generations to the legacy of Greek culture and history and the Greek story in America. The Museum preserves and portrays Greek history and the Hellenic legacy, sparking inquiry and discussion about the broader issues in our lives and communities through educational classes, exhibitions, and programs.
The Museum highlights Greek American contributions to the American mosaic and inspires curiosity about visitors’ own family stories through cultural expression and oral history. Field trips and tours are available every day. Public programs and community events are scheduled throughout the year. The NHM Greek Language Program offers semester-long lessons in modern Greek to all ages.
View the latest Museum news and announcements about exhibitions, events, and programs. BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Our Board of Trustees represents a cross section of civic, corporate, professional, and philanthropic communities across the country. The Trustees are responsible for guiding the Museum and ensuring it can fulfill its mission and vision. They provide leadership regarding strategic direction and financial resources. MUSEUM STAFF
The National Hellenic Museum has a hard-working and dedicated staff that is committed to the development of the Museum. JOB OPPORTUNITIES
If you’d like to join the dedicated staff of our world-class museum, please check our list of current job openings. INTERNSHIPS
The National Hellenic Museum offers unpaid credit and non-credit internships for undergraduate and graduate students throughout the year. VOLUNTEER
Whether you want to meet new people, gain work experience, or help out in your community, we have plenty of rewarding ways for you to pitch in as a volunteer.
LIFELONG LEARNING FOR THE WHOLE COMMUNITY IS A KEY COMPONENT OF THE NATIONAL HELLENIC MUSEUM’S MISSION
The NHM’s educational approach draws from its rich depository of over 20,000 artifacts, photos, books, historic newspapers, and over 450 recorded histories. The NHM Collections & Archives are preserved onsite, including the Frank S. Kamberos Oral History Center which gathers audio and video recordings of interviews with Greek Americans from every walk of life. Every day, researchers, students, teachers, and historians access the archives to learn more. Artifacts, replicas and recorded histories are used in dynamic programming to teach skills such as critical thinking, researching, writing, and interviewing. Students gain appreciation for the arts, sciences, and humanities from lessons learned across thousands of years of Greek history. The Museum’s educational programs are professionally designed and delivered for all ages, and museum educators use dialogue, storytelling and artifacts to cultivate a dynamic and fun learning environment. All NHM school programs and field trips are hands-on and meet state learning standards. All National Hellenic Museum programming continues the aim to promote self-awareness and understanding in our diverse world. For more than 30 years and countless volunteer hours, so many have helped to build the NHM into a renowned hub for Greek American history. And the National Hellenic Museum continues to evolve with the help of many dedicated patrons, volunteers, and loyal supporters. Now, new in 2019, the NHM Collections & Archives Portal provides global access to this proud history and rich legacy. PRESS MATERIALSView the latest Museum news and announcements about exhibitions, events, and programs. BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Our Board of Trustees represents a cross section of civic, corporate, professional, and philanthropic communities across the country. The Trustees are responsible for guiding the Museum and ensuring it can fulfill its mission and vision. They provide leadership regarding strategic direction and financial resources. MUSEUM STAFF
The National Hellenic Museum has a hard-working and dedicated staff that is committed to the development of the Museum. JOB OPPORTUNITIES
If you’d like to join the dedicated staff of our world-class museum, please check our list of current job openings. INTERNSHIPS
The National Hellenic Museum offers unpaid credit and non-credit internships for undergraduate and graduate students throughout the year. VOLUNTEER
Whether you want to meet new people, gain work experience, or help out in your community, we have plenty of rewarding ways for you to pitch in as a volunteer.
