The Persian wars
Sessions in 2012
3, 21 May
11, 29 June
10.30–12.00
or 12.30–14.00
Age 7–11 (Key Stage 2)
Supported by Magic of Persia
In this gallery-based session, your students will take on roles as Greek envoys, visit the court of the Persian king and meet the king, Darius himself. They compare the values of Greece and Persia and experience how there are different points of view about historical events.
Bookings
Free, booking required
Maximum group: 30
Phone +44 (0)20 7323 8181
tickets@britishmuseum.org
Support material
Related resources
'Fragment of limestone relief showing bearded guard. Persian, 6th-5th century BC.