Digital Exhibits

Petrobeys Mavromichalis, leader of Mani, declares the Revolution in Messinia

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19 February 2022
Digital Exhibits

PETROBEYS MAVROMICHALIS, LEADER OF MANI, DECLARES THE REVOLUTION IN MESSINIA

Peter von Hess’ (1792-1871) “Petrobeys Mavromichalis, leader of Mani, declares the Revolution in Messinia” is a coloured lithograph and is animated in a multimedia exhibit. Permission kindly granted by the Benaki museum

Location: Areopoli Old Town Hall

Hours: Monday – Sunday 10:00 – 14:00, 18:00 – 21:00

Open on Weekends and National Holidays

Inauguration date: 19th February, 2022

  • Digital Exhibit in East Mani

    Digital Exhibit in East Mani

    Peter von Hess’ (1792-1871) “Petrobeys Mavromichalis, leader of Mani, declares the Revolution in Messinia” is a coloured lithograph and is animated in a multimedia exhibit. Permission kindly granted by the Benaki museum

    Location: Areopoli Old Town Hall

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    Hours: Monday – Sunday 10:00 – 14:00, 18:00 – 21:00

    Open on Weekends and National Holidays

 
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