Kos Archaeological Museum assesses quake damage

Among the many buildings on Kos that sustained damage during last week's 6.6 magnitude earthquake was the Dodecanese island's archaeological museum. Thankfully, the historical structure built in 1936 survived the temblor but some of its ancient exhibits were less fortunate.

According to a report issued on Monday by the Ministry of Culture, out of the 43 sculptures showcased on pedestals, three headless statues and one bust fell over and sustained minor chips and cracks, especially to parts that has been restored with plaster.

In its initial statement after the earthquake, the ministry had only mentioned "shifts and minor deteriorations, mainly on ceramic vases."

Nevertheless, the damage was limited.

Curator and archaeologist Toula Marketou was put in charge of drawing up a new exhibition plan after the museum underwent extensive renovation work last year....

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