The new Arethousa Archaeological Museum, in which very
important items from Greek antiquity are presented, has opened in Chalkida,
central Greece.
Located in Agios Stephanos, the new museum was named after
the Arethousa thermal springs. The museum
is located in a restored industrial building, which has been declared as a
cultural monument, due to the important role it played in the area’s
development in the early years of the last century.
Curated by the Ephorate of Antiquities, the museum’s
permanent exhibition is on display on three levels. The ground floor, the
mezzanine, and the first floor.
Its artifacts are related to the area’s political, financial
and cultural development.
Part of the museum’s exhibition is actually the building
itself which dates back to the early 20th century. The exhibits on display relate to politics,
economy and cultural identity, including representative artifacts from the islands
of Evia and Skyros.
The museum is also accessible for those with mobility
problems and disabilities. The exhibit
is a high technology, as they are fitted with interactive tone maps of places of
archaeological interest in Evia and Skyros as well as documentaries and
multimedia applications.
The exhibits are also interactive, keeping guests engaged
and involved throughout their museum visit.
The opening was attended by the Minister of Culture, Mrs, Lina Mendoni, was hosted by the Bishop of Chalkida, Chrysostomos Triandaphillou. The events were attended by a small number of
guests in accordance with the current coronavirus restrictions.
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