Archaeology is what the institute revolves around but other cultural activities remain an important part of the institute program. Through the years it has promoted meetings between Swedish and Greek artists in a broad sense, organizing symposia for translators and sculptors and presentations of poetry and other literature. These meetings have taken place both in Kavalla and in Athens. At our Guest House in Kavalla Swedish artists and scholars have a unique opportunity to work in a stimulating atmosphere and to experience both ancient and modern Greece. We believe it important also to introduce Swedish culture through exhibitions and concerts to the Greek public not only in Athens but also outside of Athens.

The institute budget sets aside very little money for these activities. What we can offer is knowledge of the Greek scene and a broad network of organizers of cultural events and media built up over the years through staff continuity. During the last few years the institute has initiated and/or administrated a series of projects, more often than not with the support of the Embassy of Sweden and external funding.

Mrs. Bodil Nordström-Karydaki, Cultural Secretary, can supply further information about the institute's cultural events.