Modern Odyssey with Dr. Despina Afentouli: Byzantium in Kingston Lecture
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Modern Odyssey with Dr. Despina Afentouli: Byzantium in Kingston Lecture
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Dr. Despina Afentouli delivers a keynote address entitled "The Timeless Contribution of Byzantine Art", presenting the importance of the Byzantine Art in the contemporary world and through the ages. The lecture took place on September 14, 2024 and accompanied the exhibition “Byzantium in Kingston” that was presented by “The Lace Mill Arts” Gallery in Kingston, N.Y. throughout September 2024. The exhibition showcased icons and mosaics of the Eastern Orthodox faith from three regional master iconographers, Miltiadis Afentoulis, Marianna Afentouli, and the late Anna Contes Maguire. The President for The Lace Mill Arts Council, James Martin, who was also curator of the “Byzantium in Kingston” exhibition, highlighted that "Byzantium in Kingston" Exhibition and Lecture were one of the most successful events ever taken place at the “The Lace Mill Arts” Gallery in Kingston, N.Y.
Modern Odyssey with Dr. Despina Afentouli features interviews with thought leaders, artists, and prime movers on issues that aim to inspire. Just as Odysseus’ epic journey to Ithaca symbolizes timeless values, this program connects contemporary life with human stories worth telling.