New Archaeological Museum of Chalkis Arethousa
About This Museum
The New Archaeological Museum of Chalkis Arethousa feels like a long-awaited homecoming for the region's treasures, finally giving them the modern stage they deserve after years in a cramped, older building. It’s a place where you can trace the entire story of Euboea, from the glint of Bronze Age gold to the intricate carvings on Roman tombstones. The atmosphere is one of quiet reverence, with clever lighting that makes ancient marble seem to glow against the minimalist backdrop. You get a real sense of walking through layers of time, all while bathed in the soft Greek light filtering through its large windows.
Collection Highlights
The star is undoubtedly the sprawling necropolis display, where elegant stone *klinai* (funerary couches) stand as if waiting for a symposium in the afterlife. Don't miss the 'Arethousa' hydria, a stunning water jar depicting the local nymph for whom the museum is named, or the delicate gold wreaths from a nearby royal tomb that still shimmer with opulence.
Visitor Information
It's right on Athanaton Square in Chalkida—you really can't miss its striking modern form. Plan for a good couple of hours; the curation is so engaging you'll lose track of time wandering from prehistory to the Roman era.
Architecture & Building
A bold and contemporary structure of concrete, glass, and steel that somehow feels perfectly at home, its clean lines and open spaces creating a serene counterpoint to the ancient artifacts within.
Contact & Location
Address: Χαλκίδα, Δήμος Χαλκιδέων, Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ευβοίας, Περιφέρεια Στερεάς Ελλάδας, Αποκεντρωμένη Διοίκηση Θεσσαλίας - Στερεάς Ελλάδος, 341 09, Ελλάς
Phone: +30 2221 022402
