AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUNESCO & Heritage: Celebrations at Knossos marked the UNESCO listing of the Minoan palatial centers, with Culture Minister Lina Mendoni unveiling a commemorative plaque and promising new protection, stabilization, and visitor upgrades. Contemporary Greek Culture: EMST’s artistic director Katerina Gregos gets a renewed five-year term, as the museum points to a busy run of exhibitions, collaborations, and education. Language & Community: Pharos Alliance NSW marks its 12-month push to revitalize Modern Greek in New South Wales, tackling declining enrolments and limited chances to use the language beyond home. Arts & Film: A new Athens exhibition spotlights Maria Callas through Italian film costume design, curated with Polimoda students and organized by the Italian Embassy and Benaki Museum. Greek Orthodox Observance: Psihosavato (Saturday of Souls) returns with church services and koliva traditions ahead of Pentecost. Greek Diaspora Philanthropy: Hellenic Village launches the Australian Hellenic Future Fund with $14m in initial pledges to support education, research, youth, and aged care. Travel & Lifestyle: A Santorini wedding makes headlines as Zac Brown and Kendra Scott tie the knot on the island. Ancient Greece in the News: A giant Cretan lyra is unveiled in Pitsidia, while a Nine Men’s Morris board reused in ancient Apollonia offers fresh clues to Mediterranean leisure.
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