100 Years - Gennadius Library
Exhibition “Gennadius Library 100. A Century of Inspiration”
The exhibition presents 100 unique objects from the rich collections of the Gennadius Library—books, manuscripts, works of art, maps, costumes, and rare archival materials—accompanied by photographs and video projections. These items reveal the richness and diversity of the collections that have shaped the identity of the Library for a century.
Each object tells a small yet significant part of the story of the Gennadius Library, from its beginnings to the present day, with a view toward the future. The objective is to bring to life the collections, the spaces, and the people who shaped the Library: directors, librarians, collectors, donors, and researchers.
Beyond the value of the objects themselves, the exhibition also highlights the journey of knowledge they carry, through the personal reflections and testimonies of researchers and fellows inspired by its collections.
Curators:
Maria Georgopoulou, Director
Irini Solomonidi, Senior Librarian
Duration:
April 1 - July 26, 2026
Visiting hours:
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 12:00 – 18:00, Thursday: 12:00 – 20:00
Guided tours will be held every Saturday throughout June at 12:00 noon. No registration is required.
Free admission.
Organized group tours available upon request. For reservations, please contact.
Photo Galleries
| Exhibibiton Opening Photo Gallery | Exhibition Installation Photos |
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Short Film - "Gennadius. One Gift. His Vission. Our Future."
Events and Lectures
Academies and Society. A Discussion on Knowledge, Education and the Future
The discussion, under the title “Academies and Society,” will explore the evolving relationship between academic institutions and the societies they serve, drawing on the historical trajectories of organizations such as the ASCSA, AAR, the Gennadius Library, and the Academy of Athens.
From Private Libraries to Public Knowledge: Collecting, Curating, and the Future of Libraries
On the occasion of its centenary (1926–2026), the Gennadius Library of the American School of Classical Studies at Athens is organizing a conference on April 21–22, 2026, which will bring together twenty scholars, librarians, bibliographers, historians, archivists, book historians, and collectors.
The President of the Hellenic Republic, Mr. Constantine An. Tassoulas, will deliver the opening remarks of the conference.