Folcloric Museum of Kallimasia
About This Museum
Tucked away in a traditional village house on Chios, the Folcloric Museum of Kallimasia feels like stepping directly into the past. It’s a deeply personal project, born from a desire to preserve the island's unique customs before they faded from memory. You won't find sterile glass boxes here; instead, rooms are arranged as they might have been lived in, with looms set up for work and kitchen shelves stocked with aged copperware. The air is thick with the scent of old wood and wool, making the history feel almost tangible.
Collection Highlights
The intricate bridal costumes are breathtaking, heavy with detailed embroidery that tells its own story. Look for the sturdy wooden olive press in one corner, a testament to the island's agricultural backbone, and don't miss the collection of handwritten recipes and domestic tools that speak volumes about daily life.
Visitor Information
Heads up—it's temporarily closed at the moment, so you'll want to check locally for reopening dates before making the trip to Kallimasia.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a beautifully preserved, whitewashed stone building typical of Aegean village architecture, with a simple facade and a terracotta-tiled roof.
Contact & Location
Address: Καλλιμασιά, Δήμος Χίου, Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Χίου, Περιφέρεια Βόρειου Αιγαίου, Αποκεντρωμένη Διοίκηση Αιγαίου, 821 00, Ελλάς
Phone: +30 2271 051373
Website: Visit Website
