Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at the Museum of Cycladic Art.
The Cycladic Identity initiative of the Museum of Cycladic Art is organizing a conference on Tradition vs Evolution in the Cyclades: The Coexistence of Past and Future on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM, at the Museum’s Auditorium.
Through thematic discussions, the conference will explore how traditional values and the cultural heritage of the Cyclades can coexist harmoniously with contemporary needs and sustainable development. These discussions will examine the challenges faced by the islands and the opportunities that arise from transitioning to an environmentally respectful economy. Questions will be raised about strategies and practices that ensure a balance between the past and future, while also amplifying the voices of the island inhabitants.
Speakers at the Conference include
Dr. Dimitris Athanasoulis, Director of the Cyclades Ephorate of Antiquities & Member of the Scientific Committee of Cycladic Identity
Dr. Michael Boyd, Senior Research Affiliate, Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Center, The Cyprus Institute & Member of the Scientific Committee of Cycladic Identity
Margarita Kalogeropoulou, Former Owner of the Traditional Tavern “Margarita,” Permanent Resident of Anafi
Dimitris Karavellas, CEO of WWF Greece & Member of the Scientific Committee of Cycladic Identity
Olga Karagianni, Founding Member of the Andros Research Center
Dr. Angeliki Kosmopoulou, Archaeologist – Story Strategist & Member of the Scientific Committee of Cycladic Identity
Tina Mandilara, Journalist
Dr. Despina Nazou, Social Anthropologist, Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Crete
Dr. Georgios Papatheodorou, Oceanographer, University of Patras, President of Oceanus-Lab
Dr. Panagiotis Pafilis, Professor of Animal Diversity, University of Athens
Paraskevas Roussos, Archaeological Guard of the Cyclades Ephorate of Antiquities, Permanent Resident of Amorgos
Betty Chatzinikolaou, Legal Expert, Tourism Advisor
For the Conference program and to reserve a free seat click here
Tradition vs Evolution in the Cyclades: The Coexistence of Past and Future
Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Location: Neofytou Douka 4, Kolonaki, Athens
Venue: Auditorium, 5th floor
Admission: Free with prior reservation via zero-cost ticket here.
The conference will be conducted in Greek, except for the Fireside Chat “Archaeology: Bringing the Past and Present” (12:05-12:35), which will be held in English.
