Children’s art exhibition in Larissa marks 35 years of Armenian independence

An exhibition entitled “Greek and Armenian Mythology Through Children’s Eyes” has opened in Larissa, in Greece’s Thessaly region, to mark the 35th anniversary of Armenia’s independence. It features around 70 works by children from Armenia aged 5 to 18, the Armenian Embassy in Greece said.

The exhibition was organised at the initiative of Larissa Municipality and the Armenian Embassy as part of the Universe Art international competition and festival. Pupils from schools and arts education institutions across Armenia depicted figures and symbols from Greek and Armenian mythology in their work. The exhibition was first shown in Athens in June 2025 and then in Thessaloniki in February 2026. Larissa is the third city to host it.

Armenia’s Ambassador to Greece Tigran Mkrtchyan, Larissa Mayor Athanasios Mamakos and Greek MP Maximos Charakopoulos spoke at the opening.

Mkrtchyan said the exhibition was one result of a commitment made about a year ago to develop cultural cooperation with Larissa Municipality. He highlighted the similarities between Greek and Armenian mythology and stressed the role of art and education in strengthening ties between young people in the two countries. He said showcasing young people’s artwork was a meaningful way to mark the anniversary of Armenia’s independence.

Mamakos welcomed the cooperation with the Armenian Embassy, while Charakopoulos spoke about the historical and cultural ties that unite the Armenian and Greek peoples.

The exhibition runs until 15 November in the Takis Tloupas Hall at the Hatzigiannio Cultural Centre in Larissa. Admission is free.