Dimitsana Calendar 2004

Summary

The 2004 Dimitsana calendar, issued by the Brotherhood of Dimitsanites, focuses on the Public Library and Museum of Dimitsana. The introductory account connects the Library's history with the School of Dimitsana and discusses books, manuscripts and the contributions of donors. It describes how paper from much of the earlier collection was used in producing ammunition during the Greek War of Independence. Later sections address the rebuilding of collections, the institution's status as a public library and an honour from the Academy of Athens. Museum objects and individuals associated with education and benefaction are also presented. The calendar preserves an institutional historical narrative supported by examples from the collections, rather than serving as a complete catalogue of holdings or a substitute for the Library's current information. The publication combines the annual date grids with selected local material and now records the subjects highlighted by its editors at the time.

Key Points

• Dedication to the Library and Museum.
• Links with the School of Dimitsana.
• Books and manuscript collections.
• Library paper used for ammunition in 1821.
• Donors and rebuilding of holdings.
• Recognition by the Academy of Athens.