Tactual Museum of Athens

The Tactual Museum of Athens is an art museum in Kallithea designed specifically for blind and visually impaired visitors. Its collection consists of accurate replicas of ancient Greek artifacts that visitors can explore through direct physical contact and touch.

The museum was founded in 1984 by the Lighthouse for the Blind of Greece and has occupied a neoclassical building since its opening. The site itself was a donation from businessman Empeirikos to the organization.

The museum presents works spanning from Mycenaean through Byzantine periods, allowing visitors to connect with Greek history by touching replicas of ancient objects. People experience these artifacts as tangible links to the past rather than distant historical displays.

The museum operates primarily by group reservation and requires advance booking with the management office. Weekend visits are possible but need to be arranged in advance through the proper channels.

This institution is one of only a handful of museums worldwide that deliberately provides tactile access to artifacts and artworks as its core purpose. The collection was developed with careful attention to creating authentic learning opportunities for people with visual impairments.