'Cyprus: Crossroads of Civilizations' runs through May 1 at Smithsonian

The American Hellenic Institute reminds history buffs that there is still time to see "Cyprus: Crossroads of Civilizations" on exhibit at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History.

Until May 1, you can see objects from Cyprus' nearly 11,000-year history. Artifacts include sphinxes, an Aphrodite marble sculpture and one of the earliest known pet cats in the world. In fact, this is the first time many of the objects have ever been on view – ever.

As a part of the exhibit, the Smithsonian is hosting a lecture, "Aphrodite: Goddess of Cyprus," April 20, 6:45 p.m. – 9 p.m.

For more information go to: http://www.mnh.si.edu/exhibits/cyprus/index.html