Archaeological Museum of Messenia, Archaeological museum in Kalamata, Greece
The Archaeological Museum of Messenia displays artifacts from four geographic regions: Kalamata, Messini, Trifylia, and Pylos in dedicated exhibition spaces.
The museum opened in 2009 at the former Municipal Market building, replacing the Benakeion Archaeological Museum that was damaged in the 1986 earthquake.
The permanent collection includes regional artifacts spanning from the fifth millennium BC to 1453, documenting the evolution of local civilizations through time.
During winter months from November to March, the museum operates from 08:30 to 15:30 with a standard admission fee of 2 euros.
The museum organizes its exhibitions according to geographical units, allowing visitors to understand the distinct archaeological characteristics of each Messenian area.
Location: Messenia Regional Unit
GPS coordinates: 37.04379,22.11345
Latest update: March 10, 2025 22:41
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Cave of Caiada
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Voulkano Monastery
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Archaeological Site of Ancient Messene
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Nichoria
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Kalamata Castle
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Vyros Gorge
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Kalamata Dance Megaron
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Stadium of Messene
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Temple of Messene
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Funerary Monument K3
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City hall of Kalamata
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Agios Charalambos Kalamata
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Asklepieion of Messene
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Mausoleum of Saithidai
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Basilica of Messene
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