The First Modern Olympic Games, Athens 1896 (exhibition)

The Hellenic Centre, 16-18 Paddington Street
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Free
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The Hellenic Centre
Paddington Street, W1U 5AS
Nearest Tube/Rail Stations
Baker Street 0.21 miles

An exhibition of rare photographs from the archives of the Benaki and National Historical Museums of Athens depicting the very first Modern Olympic Games, held in Athens in 1896. These rarely seen images depict the Games, from the Stadium's restoration right through to the Winners' Parade during the Award - Giving Ceremony and the Closing of the Games

Tags: Art

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