Heritage

The Fourni Archipelago Yields More Underwater Secrets

Underwater archaeologists working in the remote Fourni Archipelago of the northeast Aegean investigate the scattered cargo of a Byzantine-era shipwreck.

read more >

Environment

Climate Change a Looming Threat to Greece’s Cultural Heritage

A landmark study by the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki is examining the effects of the climate crisis on Greece's historic monuments and antiquities.

read more >

Museums

Extension Plans Approved for Museum of Ancient Messene

Greece's Ministry of Culture has approved plans for a major extension of the Archaeological Museum of Ancient Messene, to house an additional 19,000 artifacts.

read more >

Parthenon Marbles

Investigating the Mysterious “Crust” on the Parthenon Marbles

A scientific study on the mysterious “orange-brown crust” that covers sections of the Parthenon Marbles fails to provide any definitive conclusions.

read more >

Heritage

US Museum Returns Three Looted Antiquities to Greece

After 16 years of negotiations, Emory University’s Michael C. Carlos Museum in Atlanta returns three stolen antiquities to Greece.

read more >

Archaeology

The “Parthenon of Macedonia” Opens to the Public

After extensive restoration works, the monumental palace of Philip II at Aigai, the first capital of the ancient Macedonian kingdom, is officially opened.

read more >

Museums

Museum of Cycladic Art: Preserving the Unique Identity of the Cyclades

A new initiative by the Museum of Cycladic Art in Athens aims to highlight and protect the unique cultural and natural heritage of the Cyclades islands.

read more >

Archaeology

Partially Submerged Ancient Stoa Discovered on Salamis

Underwater archaeologists have discovered the remains of an ancient stoa (arcade) on the east coast of Salamis island, once part of the Classical-era city.

read more >

Newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter and be among the first to receive our fresh content! It's free, it's easy, it's safe

Find Us