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Lowell marks Greek Independence Day with ambassador, student speakers and mayoral proclamation
Summary
Lowell City celebrated the 205th anniversary of the Greek Revolution on March 25, 2026, with remarks from a visiting Greek government representative, student speakers from the Hellenic American Academy, and a mayoral proclamation naming the day Greek Independence Day in Lowell.
Lowell City officials, community leaders and students gathered at Lowell City Hall on March 25, 2026, to mark the 205th anniversary of the Greek Revolution and to raise the Greek flag. The event included remarks from a visiting Greek government representative, local elected officials, leaders of the Hellenic American community, and student presentations.
Ambassador Simeon Teos, the Greek government representative in attendance, praised the Greek diaspora in Lowell and described the local community as central to the historical ties between Greece and the United States. "We should never forget this. This is the place that everything started for so many of you," he said, thanking residents for preserving Hellenic traditions and values.
Eleni Vidales, president of the Hellenic American Federation of New England, thanked organizers and promoted the community's annual participation in the region's parade circuit, noting that the Greek Independence Day parade in Boston will mark its 30th annual procession on April 26.
Students from the Hellenic American Academy spoke about the dual meaning of March 25 — Greek Independence Day and the Annunciation — and recited a short historical reflection. One student closed a portion of the program with: "Long live Greece. Long live 1821."
The city presented a formal proclamation recognizing March 25, 2026, as Greek Independence Day in Lowell. The proclamation cited the community's historical contributions — including early immigrant settlement, establishment of churches and schools — and called on residents to join in celebrations honoring Greek cultural heritage.
Local officials who spoke at the event included City Manager Tom Golden and councilors who reflected on the city's longstanding ties to its Greek-American residents. Organizers also acknowledged the role of Holy Trinity Church and community volunteers in staging the observance.
The ceremony concluded with brief remarks in Greek and a benediction. Attendees were invited to join the Boston parade on April 26 and future local commemorations of Greek cultural and civic contributions to Lowell.
