Museum of Russian Icons Summer 2018 Newsletter MoRI_Summer_2018 web | Page 2

From the
Curator’s
Desk
This is a busy time for us at the
Museum! We invite you to plan a
return visit soon, and hope you’ll
bring guests to introduce them to
our “hidden jewel.” Remember that
you can combine your visit with
lunch or supper at one of the many
nearby restaurants; enjoy a walk
around Central Park and view the
magnificent Foster Fountain; and
stroll down High Street for some
unique local shopping—all within
easy walking distance from the
Museum. You can also drive less
than ten minutes down the road
to visit Tower Hill Botanic Garden.
We don’t mind if you combine us
with other activities--we just want
the opportunity to say, “Welcome,”
and show you the finest and largest
collection of Russian icons outside of
Russia itself.
We especially encourage you to come
see the extraordinary collection
of Greek icons from the Tiliakos
Collection on view this summer.
Byzantium was the birthplace of the
icon as a sacred object, and this is an
opportunity for visitors to appreciate
the origins of the Russian icon. It’s
fascinating to contrast Greek and
Russian icons side-by-side and trace
how the two traditions diverged
stylistically over the centuries.
So, welcome and enjoy! We look
forward to saying hello to you, again
or for the first time.
Best regards,
Lecture
The New Martyrs: History and Trauma at a Greek
Orthodox Monastery on Lesvos
with Christopher Helali
Saturday, July 7, 2:00pm
Members $8, Nonmembers $12
This presentation will focus on the unique history and rituals of the Monastery of
Sts. Raphael, Nicholas, and Irene on the island of Lesvos. One of the most visited
pilgrimage sites in the Orthodox world, the monastery is particularly interesting
in the way it structures its story in relation to historical trauma, religious faith, and
modern Greek “national consciousness.”
Christopher Halali is currently a MALS student in Cultural Studies at Dartmouth
College. His thesis research is focused on the Monastery of Sts. Raphael, Nicholas
and Irene.
On View June 22 Though October 21
Icons of the Hellenic World
The Argie and Emmanuel Tiliakos Collection of Greek Icons
OPENING RECEPTION
Thursday, June 21, 6:00-8:00pm
Members free, Nonmembers $15
Register by calling 978.598.5000 x121
Join us to celebrate the opening of this remarkable exhibition of over 160
Greek icons and artifacts from a private collection. Opening remarks will be
given by His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios, Greek Orthodox Metropolis
of Boston. Meet the collectors, tour the exhibition, and enjoy Greek appetizers
and wine.
Kindly RSVP by June 19.
Kent Russell, CEO/Curator
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