Labor pledges $400,000 to Hellenic Museum in Melbourne for major Greek exhibition

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The Hellenic Museum in Melbourne is set to receive $400,000 in federal funding for its upcoming exhibition, Rituals: Gifts for the Gods, if the Albanese Labor Government is re-elected.

The funding announcement was made by Labor Candidate for Melbourne, Sarah Witty, and Senator for Victoria, Jana Stewart, during a visit to the museum this week.

The world-class Rituals: Gifts for the Gods exhibition will feature more than 100 rare artefacts on loan from the Greek Ministry of Culture and partner institutions—many of which have never been displayed outside of Greece. The exhibition will explore over 8,000 years of Greek art, history, and sacred traditions.

Senator Stewart described the Hellenic Museum as “a beacon of cultural pride for the Greek community in Victoria and beyond,” adding that the exhibition “is a bridge between the ancient and the modern, connecting Australia’s Greek community with their heritage and fostering greater understanding between our nations.”

“When we invest in culture, we’re backing stronger, more inclusive communities and celebrating the rich diversity that defines our national identity,” the Senator added.

In a social media post, Senator Stewart also highlighted the exhibition’s potential to boost tourism and enrich Australia’s multicultural community.

Senator Witty echoed the importance of the investment, saying, “The Hellenic Museum is integral to our city’s identity, and this $400,000 investment will ensure it remains a vital cultural hub.”

She added that Labor’s support would help invest “in Melbourne’s cultural future and helping local communities thrive.”

This funding comes after Victoria’s Premier Jacinta Allan announced earlier this year a landmark collaboration with the Hellenic Museum, with the Victorian government offering free access for children to its upcoming “Rituals, Gifts for the Gods” exhibition.

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