International Museum Day Hits Athens on May 18 with Free Tours & Events
On Sunday, May 18th, museums all over Greece are throwing open their doors for free in celebration of International Museum Day 2025.
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Greece Celebrates Return of Parthenon Fragments, Ramps Up Pressure on British Museum
Greece Celebrates Return of Parthenon Fragments, Ramps Up Pressure on British Museum
The return marks a significant step in Greece’s 40-year campaign to reclaim the Elgin Marbles, a collection of Parthenon sculptures taken by British diplomat Lord Elgin in the early 19th century, currently housed in the British Museum.
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As expected, the Acropolis was the top archeological site in the country, followed by Sounion, Mycenae
As expected, the Acropolis was the top archeological site in the country, followed by Sounion, Mycenae
Overall, for both museums and archaeological sites in the country, the increase was 4.5% for visitors and 4.7% in revenue.
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Archaeological museum of Thera to host the exhibition ‘Kykladitisses’
Archaeological museum of Thera to host the exhibition 'Kykladitisses'
The exhibition will then be transferred to Santorini to inaugurate the recently renovated museum, opening on June 13, 2025.
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Free entry to archaeological sites and museums today
Free entry to archaeological sites and museums today
On March 6, 1994, Melina Mercouri passed away. Every year, this day is commemorated as “Melina Mercouri Remembrance Day.” As part of this anniversary, admission to museums and archaeological sites managed by the Greek state, including the Acropolis Museum, is free.
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Greece Hails Return of AGreece Hails Return of Ancient Griffin Head, Urges Global Repatriation
Greece Hails Return of AGreece Hails Return of Ancient Griffin Head, Urges Global Repatriation
Greece celebrated the return of a bronze griffin head, dating back to 650-625 B.C., in a ceremony at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) in New York.
