Skopelos · Museums
Where the island keeps its treasures, from ancient sculpture to the objects of everyday village life.
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Skopelos town
A typical old Skopelos house, given to the town by the descendants of the Nikolaides family, with the island's embroidery and needlework, carved wooden furniture, household things and the costumes of the 19th and 20th centuries.
Must see: The silk and embroidered costumes of Skopelos brides
Skopelos town
The house of the writer Pavlos Nirvanas, next to the church of the Three Hierarchs, restored by the Ministry of Culture as a museum of the history of the town from antiquity to today.
Must see: The story of Peparethos and the island's ships
More to explore
Skopelos town
The old mansion of the Vakratsa family in the middle of town, a short walk up from the waterfront, kept as it was with the family's heirlooms and belongings. Its courtyard hosts talks, book launches and summer events.
Must see: The rooms of a wealthy island house
Glossa
A two-storey village house in Glossa with the local costumes and the household things of the north-west of the island. The village also has a gallery of the painter Alexandros Sideris, who was born here.
Must see: The costumes of Glossa
Opening hours change seasonally. Check with each museum before visiting.
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