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Foundation Stone Laid
- When
- 16 March 1888
- Where
- National Library of Greece
The foundation stone for the new neoclassical marble building of the National Library of Greece was laid in Athens on 16 March 1888.
This event marked the commencement of construction for a dedicated library building. The structure was designed in the neoclassical style and made of marble. The library had previously operated in shared spaces, including the University of Athens building, but this event signaled a move toward a standalone institutional home.
Sources
- National Library of Greece Wikipedia, revision of 2026-01-22
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