Athens
Museum of Greek Folk Art
From masks to silverware
17 Kydathineon Street
Athens, 105 58
Nearest Train: Metro Line 2 & 3: Syntagma Station
Phone: +30 210 322 9031
Fax: +30 210 322 6979
This Plaka museum houses a splendid collection of Greek folk art. The museum’s precious exhibits—the oldest of which date back to 1650—recreate the lifestyle of the Greek people and bear witness to their craftsmanship. The colourful costumes representing each region of Greece are impressive. Visitors can also admire other works of folk art such as embroidery, woodcarvings, silverware, handwoven rugs, pottery and paintings. The museum also organises educational programmes and a series of seasonal events in order to revive traditional customs connected with Easter, Carnival, Christmas etc. There is also a large archive and library.
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