In a remarkable boost to Cyprus’ cultural heritage, renowned archaeologist Dr. David Soren (University of Arizona) has donated his extensive archive from the Kourion excavations of the 1970s and 80s to the Department of Antiquities of the Deputy Ministry of Culture.

The archive, which includes personal notes, articles, correspondence, field and notebooks, over 9,000 negatives and slides, 400+ drawings, and various audiovisual materials, was received during a symbolic hybrid ceremony at the Cyprus Museum on February 11, 2025. The ceremony was attended by Dr. Soren, along with the Director of the Department of Antiquities, Dr. Giorgos Georgiou, and Curator of Antiquities, Ms. Eftychia Zachariou.

Dr. Georgiou expressed his gratitude, noting that the donation not only enriches Cyprus’ archaeological records but will also enhance exhibitions at the forthcoming Cyprus Archaeological Museum.

Dr. Soren, a distinguished academic with an illustrious career in anthropology and classics, has directed excavations in Cyprus, Portugal, and Italy, and published extensively on Roman archaeology.

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