Ancient Greece is where the first form of direct democracy was developed. It was called demokratia, literally meaning "rule ...

Agora of Ancient Athens. The Agora of Ancient Athens is a 30-acre outdoor archeological site. Visitors can freely walk around the area, similar to a city park strewn with ancient semi-intact ...

Solon's laws in ancient Athens protected slaves' rights, revealing a unique approach to slavery in the society of the Athenians.

They built houses, banks and government buildings in the style of Greek temples. They painted and sculpted Greek themes, ... Join us on March 14 at 6 p.m. in Coburn Hall for "Athens in America: ...