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Historical Archive of Bank of Cyprus to Host Lecture

Published March 20, 2026, 12:10
Historical Archive of Bank of Cyprus to Host Lecture

The Historical Archive of the Bank of Cyprus is organizing the lecture “The Historical and Paleographic Archive of the Cultural Foundation of the National Bank of Greece. Its mission, operation, activity and its relationship with Cyprus” with Dr. Stavros Grimanis, Head of the IPA/MIET, as the speaker, on April 3, 2026, at 7:00 PM, at the Cultural Foundation of the Bank of Cyprus in Nicosia. The lecture will present the activities, collections, and missions of the Paleographic Archive, as well as its contribution to research and education in paleography and history. The Historical Archive of the Bank of Cyprus, housed in the historic Faneromeni building, is collaborating with the Historical and Paleographic Archive of the Cultural Foundation of the National Bank of Greece, which preserves and studies valuable handwritten sources. The lecture will focus on the documentation of Cypriot manuscripts and the archive's contribution to the creation of new researchers. During the event, Ms. Nadina Pafitou and Mr. Nikiforos Orfanos will be honored for their significant contribution to the creation and establishment of the Historical Archive of the Bank of Cyprus. The event will conclude with a reception. Dr. Stavros Grimanis, a PhD in Byzantine Hagiography, has extensive research experience and specializes in paleographic and archival research. Those interested can book a place by calling 22128171/22128175. Photographs and videos may be taken during the event for promotional purposes.