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Folklore Museum of Vrakades

In Vrakades

It opens only after contacting the Local Association at +30 6982246507

The Folklore Museum of Vrakades is located in the village Vrakades,on the northwestern side of Ikaria. The museum was established with the initiative of Ikarian scientists of Athens.

It contains a wealth of folklore exhibits that highlight the history and traditions of the island, such as traditional utensils, old farm and beekeeping tools. Visitors have the opportunity to explore old files and documents dating from the revolution of the island of 1912. Also, great religious artifacts from the church of the Prophet Elias in Vrakades and from the Monastery Evaggelismos Mavrianos, are held inside the museum.

Information for visitors

  • Accessibility for people with reduced mobility is not possible to the museum.
  • Access to toilets of the museum is not possible for the public.
  • The Museum does not have parking for private vehicles.
  • There is not a shop inside the museum.
  • Αnimals' entrance is forbidden within the museum.
  • The Museum conducts year-round educational programs and school visits can be arranged.

Entrance

Free for all visitors

Contact details

tel: +30 22750  41381

Vrakades, 83301 Ikaria

Access

The museum is located in Vrakades, near the main road Evdilos. Access is only by private car, taxi or on foot.

Coordinates: 
37° 34' 11.572" N, 26° 1' 29.611" E
Museums
Vrakades