Creation of the National Museum for 1821
On July 9, 2026, the donation agreement for the creation of the National Museum for 1821 was signed by the Minister of National Defence, Nikos Dendias, and the Minister of Culture, Lina Mendoni. On behalf of the “Antonios E. Komninos Foundation”, which is making the donation, the agreement was signed by its President, Antonios Komninos. On behalf of the National Gallery – Alexandros Soutsos Museum, it was signed by the President of its Board of Directors, Olga Mentzafou.
The purpose of the donation agreement is to provide exclusive funding of up to €12 million for the preparation of the necessary studies and the restoration of the building complex of the Old Military Bakery, located within the Army Park in Goudi. The National Museum for 1821 will bring together, house, and showcase museum exhibits and historical heirlooms from public and private collections, with a focus on the Greek War of Independence (the Greek Revolution of 1821).
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