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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Heritage
Digital App Brings Acropolis Monuments Back to Life
The new Chronos app, which uses augmented reality to produce digital overlays, shows what the Acropolis Monuments looked like thousands of years ago.
