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Archaeology
Indianapolis Museum Hosts Ancient Greek Artifacts Exhibition (video)
Over 150 ancient Greek artifacts, many of which have never before seen abroad, are currently exhibited at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.
The exhibition “Treasures of Ancient Greece: Life, Myth and Heroes”, features bronze and marble statues, gold jewelry and...
Archaeology
Ancient Greek Treasures on Display at Indianapolis Museum
An exhibit featuring more than one hundred and fifty priceless objects from ancient Greece will open at the Indianapolis Museum on June 15.
The show, titled "Treasures of Ancient Greece," and featuring scientific inventions, sculpture, jewelry, armor, vases, and more,...
Diaspora
John Brademas, Former Indiana Congressman and NYU President Dies at 89
Longtime Indiana congressman and former NYU President, John Brademas has died at age 89 on July 11, 2016 in his New York City home.
Brademas, the son of a Greek immigrant father and with a native Indiana mother, was born...
Politics
Indiana Senator Blocks Greek Independence Day Resolution; Upsets Greek-Americans
U.S. Sen. Dan Coats (R-IN) has placed a hold on the 30th consecutive passing of a U.S. Senate resolution honoring Greek Independence Day. The Senator's stance has managed to upset Greek-Americans throughout the country.
The American Hellenic Institute (AHI), a...
Education
Indiana University Hosting International Symposium of Modern Greek Studies
Scholars of Greece from across North America and the world will gather Nov. 14-16 at Indiana University Bloomington for the 23rd Biennial Symposium of the Modern Greek Studies Association.
About 140 scholars are expected to attend, including close to 80...
events
Indianapolis Goes Greek This Weekend
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Carmel, Indiana will host its 38th annual Greek festival September 9-10. Highlights include dance performance by the Holy Trinity Hellenic Dance Troupes, live Greek music and more. 9/11 Commemoration will be held both...
Greek News
Indianapolis: Fire closes Santorini Greek Kitchen
A popular restaurant in Indianapolis' Fountain Square neighborhood went up in smoke early Tuesday morning. Fire investigators say Santorini Greek Kitchen is likely a total loss, with estimated damage totaling more than $800,000.
Fire crews were called to the...
events
Indiana: Greek exhibit opens at Conservatory
The Greek Gardens Exhibit opened Saturday at the Botanical Conservatory in Fort Wayne.
The summer exhibit of ancient Greek culture and mythology features rocky terrain supporting familiar herbs like rosemary, lavender, and thyme as well as shrubs and trees like...
Diaspora
Greek Flag Proudly Raised in New York Prior to Annual Parade
On Friday, two days before the annual Greek parade in New York celebrating Greek Independence, the ceremony of raising the Greek flag at Bowling Green, Manhattan, took place as part of the official events.
The ceremony's highlight was the presence...
Basketball
Basketball Legend Nick Galis Honored by Consulate of Greece in Chicago
The Consulate General of Greece in Chicago honored Greek basketball legend Nick Galis for his contribution to Greek sports, with his presence in the US city being the reason he was not able to attend the celebration of his...
Diaspora
George Karlaftis Is the Grand Master of the Greek New York Parade
George Karlaftis, who just won his second Super Bowl with the Kansas City Chiefs, will be the Grand Master of the New York Parade to honor Greek independence, organizers announced on Thursday.
The 2024 Greek Independence Parade Weekend will consist...
Greek News
US Cities With Greek Names
More than 100 cities and towns across the US have been named after Greek cities, mythological heroes and historical figures of ancient and modern times.
Greek culture and history held a profound influence on the Founding Fathers and early American...
Basketball
Giannis Antetokounmpo Becomes Bucks’ All-Time Top Rebounder
Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo once again cemented his place as one of the greatest players of the franchise.
Antetokounmpo grabbed seventeen rebounds in the game against the Houston Rockets on Sunday night. With his fourteenth board, he passed the...
Basketball
Giannis Antetokounmpo Sets Bucks Team Record With 64 Points
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored a franchise-record 64 points to help the Milwaukee Bucks outscore the Indiana Pacers 140-126 on Wednesday night.
Antetokounmpo broke the team record of 57 set by Michael Redd in 2006 in a 113-111 loss to the Utah...
Basketball
Giannis Antetokounmpo Celebrates 29th Birthday and Offers Advice
Giannis Antetokounmpo celebrated his 29th birthday on Wednesday in Las Vegas with balloons, cake, and a serenade from his team.
The entire Bucks team gathered on the T-Mobile Arena court to sing happy birthday to Antetokounmpo.
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