Educational Programs | Natural History Museum of the Lesvos Petrified Forest

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Offering unique collections and a variety of activities and events, the Natural History Museum of the Lesvos Petrified Forest is always ready to welcome its visitors.
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Discovering the Lesvos Petrified Forest, a unique natural monument, is an unforgettable experience.
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The Natural History Museum of the Lesvos Petrified Forest is a place of education, knowledge and inspiration. Following the current theory and practices of Museum Education, it designs and implements educational programs for students of all levels of education, children of all ages and families.
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The Museum operates the Lesvos Geopark and collaborates with many cultural, educational, research organizations and Museums. It is a founding member of the European and Global Geoparks Network, pioneered in the establishment of the network of the Museums of Lesvos, collaborates with schools and Environmental Education Centers, as well as with a significant number of research centers and universities in the framework of research activities.
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The Natural History Museum of the Lesvos Petrified Forest (Greek: Μουσείο Φυσικής Ιστορίας Απολιθωμένου Δάσους Λέσβου) is a geological museum located in the village of Sigri on the island of Lesbos in Greece. Established in 1994, it is a center for the study, management, and preservation of the petrified forest of Lesbos and for public education about the site. It is a founding member of the European Geoparks Network and is a member of UNESCO's Global Geoparks Network.
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Educational Programs

The secrets of sand Exploring the sand from the beaches of the Petrified Forest of Lesvos

The secrets of sand:Exploring the sand from the beaches of the Petrified Forest of Lesvos

In the educational program ‘’ The secrets of sand: Exploring the sand from the beaches of the Petrified Forest of Lesvos’’, the children become explorers, are equipped with the appropriate equipment and with the guidance of the Museum staff, study sand samples from the beaches of the Petrified Forest of Lesvos.

Herbarium and Plant Collection

Herbarium and Plant Collection

Did you know that you can easily press different kinds of plants or your favorite flowers?

DISCOVER OUR NATURAL HERITAGE

DISCOVER OUR NATURAL HERITAGE

Let’s explore the natural world!
Find out how we observe the natural world and become the best Young Explorers of our natural heritage.

Shadow Theater starring the animals of the Lesvos Petrified Forest

Shadow Theater starring the animals of the Lesvos Petrified Forest

Discover the educational activities and games for families and kids, for all the friends of the Museum of the Petrified Forest of Lesvos and the Lesvos Geopark.

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