The leaps that shaped Greek industry

The operation of Greece's first gasworks in 1860 signaled the country's entry into the industrial revolution and, like elsewhere, was instrumental in shifting the focus from a rural, agrarian economy to the power of production and fast-paced industries. Now, 160 years later, the Technopolis cultural center and the Industrial Gas Museum have put together an exhibition titled "160 Years Made in Greece," on the Greek industrial revolution. The show is an homage to the contribution of industries that excelled in the sectors of textiles, construction, lumber, weaving, energy, copper extraction, food, paper and tobacco.

Running through March 25, the show comprises 800 exhibits including 3D screenings, rare photographs, historical documents and more, demonstrating the operation of factories and the processing of raw materials, as well as the role of advertising.

The director...