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The Gavdos Folklore Museum is located in Metochi, near Korfo, Gavdos and was founded by the priest Emmanouil Bikogiannakis. With passion and dedication, Bikogiannakis has collected and exhibited objects representing the folk art and traditional occupations of Gavdos.
In the museum you can see tools used by farmers, such as the barley mill, and tools used by boat builders, such as the skeparni and the davidi. There is also an exhibition of woven art, with woven bags and towels, as well as household utensils, such as clay pots and ladles. The museum is a valuable legacy for the cultural heritage of the island and a unique opportunity for visitors to discover the life and traditions of Gavdos.
*The photos are sourced from the official website of Gavdos Municipality.
Collection
Folk Art
Metochi (Sgoudiana), Gavdos
+30 2823042458
All week: 08.00 – 20.00
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