Discover The Untold Stories Of Cycladic Women: A Captivating Archaeological Exhibition

The Ministry of Culture, through the Ephorate of Antiquities of the Cyclades, and the Museum of Cycladic Art invite you to a groundbreaking archaeological exhibition: “Cycladic Women: Untold Stories of Women in the Cyclades.” This compelling showcase will be hosted at the Stathatos Mansion of the Museum of Cycladic Art before traveling to the Archaeological Museum of Thera in June 2025.

This exhibition marks the inaugural initiative under the Memorandum of Cooperation signed on May 17, 2024, by Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni and Cassandra Marinopoulou, President and CEO of the Museum of Cycladic Art. Together, they aim to study, highlight, and promote Cycladic civilization both in Greece and internationally.

• A Journey Through Time:
  Featuring approximately 150 unique works of Cycladic art, the exhibition spans from early prehistory to the 17th century. These treasures, many of which have never left the Cyclades or been displayed to the public, come from the collections of the Ephorate of Antiquities of the Cyclades and the Museum of Cycladic Art. Select artifacts from the National Archaeological Museum, the Kanellopoulos Museum, the Epigraphic Museum, and prestigious private collections further enrich the display.

• A Celebration of Women’s Roles:
  Immerse yourself in stories that explore the multifaceted roles of women in the Cyclades across millennia. From divine figures to mothers, from participants in religious rituals to active members of the public and private spheres, these narratives reveal both the constraints women faced and moments of their emancipation.

• A Reflection on Modernity:
  In a time when women continue to advocate for respect, freedom of choice, and liberation from enduring stereotypes, the exhibition connects the past with the present. It brings forward untold tales of Cycladic women that illuminate the historical formation of female identity from prehistory to the post-Byzantine era.

This exhibition is not just about artifacts—it is a profound exploration of the human condition, told through the lens of Cycladic women. It bridges centuries to remind us of the struggles and triumphs of women who shaped their societies and whose voices echo into our modern world.

Don't miss this extraordinary cultural journey!

📍 Where: Museum of Cycladic Art, Stathatos Mansion
📆 When: Opening at the Museum of Cycladic Art, with a second showing at the Archaeological Museum of Thera in June 2025

Step into the lives, roles, and legacies of Cycladic women, and witness history like never before.