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National Archaeological Museum in Athens to host 1821 exhibition for Greek War of Independence bicentennial
As part of the celebrations for the 200th anniversary of the Greek War of Independence, the National Archaeological Museum in Athens has curated a special exhibition. Set to be inaugurated …
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10 facts that justify 2020 being declared Melina Mercouri year
The Greek Culture Ministry has dedicated 2020 to Melina Mercouri in order to commemorate 100 years since her birth and 26 years since her death. 1. Family Melina Mercouri came …
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George Zongolopoulos – the art of making space sculptures
A new exhibition titled George Zongolopoulos: Familiar projects, sculptures from his home and studio is currently taking place at the Roma Gallery in collaboration with the George Zongolopoulos Foundation. Curated …
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The exquisite pink hues of Veria
The pink hues of Veria have been highlighted in the annual photography competition which started in 2017 to help promote the area’s peach blossom festival. Taking the next step, the …
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Greek Australian Elyssia Koulouris is fast making a name for herself in Hollywood
When I meet with Elyssia Koulouris in Hawthorn, she is one week into her visit from Los Angeles. The 25-year-old is having a well-earned break catching up with loved ones, after …
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Former culture minister and influential composer Thanos Mikroutsikos dies
Renowned Greek composer and former minister of culture Thanos Mikroutsikos died after a long fight with cancer. He was 72 years old. Mr Mikroutsikos died on Saturday, of heart failure …
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The Athens Parthenon is actually somewhere else, say Dutch archaeologists
For thousands of years, the iconic Parthenon has been viewed as one of the most dazzling buildings of antiquity. New research, however, states that we may have misunderstood its name …
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Australian iconographers take centre stage in exhibition of their art
My first impression of an iconographer goes back to my childhood. On my way from school and through the winding, cobblestoned streets of the old castle in Yannina, past the …
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FokiaNou, a hub of Greek and foreign art fusion in Athens
FokiaNou is a breeding ground where new artistic concepts and ideas brew, by bringing together foreign artists (and expats) with Greek artists. This artist-run space, in the heart of Athens, …
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Immigration Museum comes of age and wants to hear your stories
Established migrant groups in Australia often complain that their stories are overlooked as they become assimilated into mainstream society, and fresh waves arrive. There is a real fear that their …