Opening of the exhibition ''Croatian Archaeological Heritage'' at the European Union House,18 Dawson Street, Dublin 2, Dublin
In celebration of the signature of the Accession Treaty of the Republic of Croatia to the European Union, the ''Croatian Archaeological Heritage'' exhibition was opened on 13th December 2011 at the European Union House, 18 Dawson Street, Dublin 2, Dublin. The exhibition was organised by the Embassy of the Republic of Croatia in Dublin, the Department for Culture, Independent Service for Croats Abroad and Culture of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration and the European Commission Representation in Ireland.
Opening of the exhibition ''Croatian Archaeological Heritage'' at the European Union House,18 Dawson Street, Dublin 2, Dublin
In celebration of the signature of the Accession Treaty of the Republic of Croatia to the European Union, the ''Croatian Archaeological Heritage'' exhibition was opened on 13th December 2011 at the European Union House, 18 Dawson Street, Dublin 2, Dublin. The exhibition was organised by the Embassy of the Republic of Croatia in Dublin, the Department for Culture, Independent Service for Croats Abroad and Culture of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration and the European Commission Representation in Ireland.
The ''Croatian Archaeological Heritage'' exhibition comprises historical monuments and archaeological sites displayed on large posters depicting the Croatian archaeological heritage throughout history. The exhibition highlights not only the importance of the preservation of national archaeological heritage, its importance and role in tourism, but also its connection with the common European cultural heritage.
The exhibition was formally opened by the head of the European Commission Representation in Ireland, Mrs Barbara Nolan and the Ambassador of the Republic of Croatia to Ireland, Ms Jasna Ognjanovac.
The author of the exhibition, the curator of the Archaeological Museum in Zagreb, Mr Sanjin Mihelic, spoke about the exhibition, with specific reference to the story of the so called ,,Croatian Apoksimeon'', a statue found near the island of Lošinj, an exceptionally preserved and artistically valuable piece of art which arose the interest of many
guests.
The opening of the exhibition was visited by numerous representatives of Irish political, cultural and business community and the diplomatic corps, as well as Croatian citizens currently residing in Ireland.
The exhibition will be displayed until 20th December 2011 at the European Union House, 18 Dawson Street, Dublin 2, Dublin. Entrance is free of charge.
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