Major Greek contemporary art non-profit Neon to close after 14 years

"Neon presented 44 exhibitions across various locations, unveiling 105 commissioned works by Greek and international artists, fulfilling its cultural and social mission."

"In 2020, Neon provided funding of €1.4m for the renovation of the Lenorman Street Tobacco Factory in Athens, converting it into a cultural centre."

"Daskalopoulos stated that Neon was born in 2012 during an economic crisis, aiming to make contemporary art accessible to the wider public in Greece."

"The final project will be the third show in a series by Michael Rakowitz, concluding with a new commission at the Old Acropolis Museum."

Neon, founded by Dimitris Daskalopoulos, is concluding its operations after 14 years, having achieved its cultural and social objectives. From 2012 to 2026, it organized 44 exhibitions featuring 105 commissioned works by various artists. Neon contributed to archaeological sites and funded the renovation of a historic building in Athens, transforming it into a cultural center. The final project will be a series by Michael Rakowitz, concluding with a new commission at the Old Acropolis Museum, in collaboration with the Hellenic Ministry of Culture.

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