Greek-American Historical Museum of Washington State

Organizations

Gifts of Faith and Culture
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The Hamilos Sisters - Mary Damascus and Deena Maroutsos
Central Greece Church daughters Education Exhibits First Generation Greece Keeping Community Nationality Organizations Puget Sound Saint Demetrios Seattle Type of Work Uncategorized Washington State Western Washington

The Hamilos sisters, Mary and Deena relish their connections with their homeland just as they value their faith and activities in the Greek community of Seattle, Washington.

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One Elegant Lady
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Greta Lucas
Assumption Central Greece Church Exhibits Greece Hobbies Homemaker Immigrant Making a Home Nationality Organizations Philoptochos Seattle Type of Work Washington State Western Washington

At 92 years of age, Greta Lucas’ appearance, spirit and faith belie her age. The story of her name is just one of several in her interesting life.

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Ladies of the North
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The Babunes Sisters (Vasiliki “Billie” Larimer and Ekaterini “Katie” O’Neil)
Assumption Business Owner Church Exhibits First Generation Greece Keeping Community MAIDS OF ATHENA Nationality Organizations Puget Sound Seattle Turkey Type of Work Uncategorized Washington State Western Washington

That’s how Vasiliki “Billie” Larimer (nee Babunes) referred to her mother’s group of friends who would gather at their homes for their regular sessions of sewing, cooking and sharing stories.

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God Takes Care of Me Every Time
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Kalliope “Popi” Tarlson
Assumption Church Evia Exhibits Greece Homemaker Immigrant Making a Home Nationality Organizations Philoptochos Sales Seattle Washington State Western Washington

As a young woman leaving her family in Greece, coming to the United States as a new bride, traveling to distant parts of the world and expanding the knowledge of her faith, Kalliope “Popi” Tarlson knows that God has been her protector.

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It’s All Been A Plus
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Chris Legeros
AHEPA Making a Living Peloponese Puget Sound Saint Demetrios Seattle Second Generation Western Washington

With a 39-year career in broadcast journalism, Chris Legeros has experienced more than he ever expected in his life. He credits his culture and heritage (four generations of Greek ancestors) with giving him the strength and tenacity to be successful in his work.

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Out of the Detroit Bubble
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Barbas Family
Business Owner Central Greece Church Education Exhibits First Generation Greece Making a Living Military Nationality Organizations Philoptochos Puget Sound Real Estate Saint Demetrios Seattle Type of Work Washington State Western Washington

Tom, Helen and Demetra Barbas’ family moved to Seattle, Washington, in November of 1944 from a protective Greek “bubble” in Detroit, Michigan.

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Greeks on the Streets – 2015
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Greenwood Car Show 2015
AHEPA Cars Hobbies Keeping Community

For the third year in a row, the car club “GREEKS ON THE STREETS” made its presence known at the 2015 Greenwood Car Show in Seattle.

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“Showtime”
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Yiannis (John) Tziotis
AHEPA Assumption Athens Business Owner Church Exhibits Greece Immigrant Making a Living Nationality Puget Sound Restaurant Seattle Type of Work Uncategorized Western Washington

As his Greek dance students were poised to go on stage, John Tziotis called out “showtime” to raise their spirits for the performance. He has been affectionately known by that nickname since that time.

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The People’s Store
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Mihail "Mike" Papadimitriou
AHEPA Assumption Business Owner Central Greece Church Everett Immigrant Making a Living Nationality Puget Sound Western Washington

Mihail Papadimitriou continues to operate People’s Shoe Repair in Everett, Washington, which his uncle originally began in 1934. The quality of his craft and the loyalty of his customers make his story unique in Washington State.

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A Renaissance Craftsman
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Costa Mavromatis
AHEPA Business Owner Cars Church Immigrant Making a Living Puget Sound Saint Demetrios Seattle Turkey Western Washington

Constantine “Costa” Mavromatis has made his living as a skilled woodworker. However, his hobbies of music, photography, stamp and coin collections add another dimension to his personality.

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