Peter Ashdjian was born on the 03 of December 1978. He was raised in his beloved Larnaka where he graduated from the Pancyprian Lyceum of Larnaka. He continued his studies at the Pandion University in Athens in Political Science and History.
On his return to Cyprus, he has been appointed Director of the Pierides Archeological Museum. He has since curated many art exhibitions, lectures, and educational programs. He is the Vice President of the Pierides Foundation, member of the board of the Trust for the Pierides Museum – Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation, Member of the Committee for the Acquisition of Artwork for the Ministry of Education and National Gallery of Cyprus, Member of the council of the Trust of Evathia Pierides – Council of visitors and patients’ well-being of Larnaka Hospital, Deputy President of Skala Theatre Board, Member of the Cyprus Museums Committee, and Secretary of the board of the Larnaka Cultural Capital of Europe 2030.
In his personal life he is involved with many charity and service organizations. Mostly he is involved in Rotary where he has held many positions in Cyprus and abroad. Most notable is his election as Governor of the Rotary District 2452 for 2025-26 that includes 9 countries. He is married to Andri Ashdjian and they have two daughters, Eugenia and Eva.
