Greek Antiquities to be Repatriated from US Museums and Institutions Following Bilateral Cooperation Efforts

Greek Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni is visiting the United States to oversee the repatriation of several Greek antiquities. The initiative is a result of bilateral cooperation focused on protecting cultural heritage. On Friday, a ceremony will be held at the Greek Embassy in Washington, D.C., for the return of specific artifacts. On Monday, Mendoni will attend a ceremony at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) in New York for the repatriation of a bronze Griffin head. A further repatriation ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, involving 11 ancient artifacts mandated by the New York State Attorney General's office. Mendoni will also participate in a panel at the MET discussing cultural heritage and collaboration, specifically focusing on the Cyclades.