Eva Palmer-Sikelianos

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Evelina "Eva" Palmer (Greek: Εύα Πάλμερ-Σικελιανού; January 9, 1874 – June 4, 1952) was an American woman notable for her study and promotion of Classical Greek culture, weaving, theater, choral dance, and music. Palmer's life intersected with numerous noteworthy artists. She was both inspired by and an inspiration to dancers Isadora Duncan and Ted Shawn, the French novelist Colette, the poet and author Natalie Barney, and the actress Sarah Bernhardt. She married Angelos Sikelianos, a Greek poet and playwright. Together they organized a revival of the Delphic Festival in Delphi, Greece. Via festivals of art, music, and theater, she hoped to promote peace and harmony in Greece and beyond.

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