MSA Newsletter

September 19, 2026

Mediterranean Studies Association

29th Annual Congress

Ionian University, Corfu, Greece

May 25 - 28, 2027

MSA 2027 Post Tour

May 29 - June 2, 2027

Dear Colleagues,

I want to alert you to the fact that the 2027 Post Tour has now been posted on the MSA website 2027 MSA Post Tour.

We have an exciting itinerary on the Greek Mainland with the most unique site being the Mani Peninsula, the most southern region of the Greek mainland. Mani is characterized by the unique culture of its Maniot inhabitants and their distinct stone architecture and towers dating back to the early 13th Century.

Of equal uniqueness is the abandoned Byzantine city of Mystras. Founded by the Franks in 1249, it was reconquered by the Byzantines in 1262. The Byzantines developed the city to a scale where it became known as the “Wonder of Morea” (Morea was the medieval name for the Peloponnese). Mystras’ was abandoned in 1832, leaving its breathtaking medieval ruins to be enjoyed by scholars and tourist. The itinerary will also include Bronze Age Mycenae, Olympia, home of the Olympic Games and Epidaurus with its Sanctuary of Asclepius and magnificent theater. A detailed itinerary presentation can be viewed on the MSA website 2027 MSA Post Tour.

TOUR WILL END IN ATHENS

SAVING THE NEED TO FLY FROM CORFU TO ATHENS

Hope to see you on the Post Tour!

Ben Taggie

President/Executive Director

Mediterranean Studies Association