Patras to host literary presentation and Museum of Type anniversary

Several cultural events are scheduled to take place in Patras at the Kostis Palamas Literary Center on Monday, October 19, 2026.

Author Eleni Vakrou will present her first poetry collection, titled ‘Demena Ploia’ (Moored Ships), published by Pigi Editions. The event features discussions by Professor Christos I. Bouras, Rector of the University of Patras, and Professor Georgios I. Xydopoulos. The presentation will include poetry readings by Elianna Papavgéri and Panagiotis Michalopoulos.

Additionally, Nikos Georg. Athanasios will deliver a speech marking the 70th anniversary of the Museum of Type of ESIEPEN. Part of the ‘Philological Evenings’ organized by the Society of Writers of Southwest Greece, the lecture will examine the history of the printed press and the museum's role in preserving the journalistic and social history of the region.