Greek Public Tobacco Factory

The Greek Public Tobacco Factory spans 19,000 square meters with a pastel-colored facade and contains a metal-framed glass roof covering a central courtyard.

Built in 1930 during Greece's tobacco industry growth, the factory employed 3,000 workers and operated until 1978 when local protests led to its closure.

The building transformed into an exhibition space in 2021, hosting the international art show 'Portals' to mark 200 years of Greek independence.

Located at 218 Lenorman Street in Athens, the facility now houses the Hellenic Parliament Library and offers public access to its renovated spaces.

The structure served multiple functions throughout its lifetime, including a prison, air-raid shelter, and government offices before becoming an art venue.

Location: Athens Municipality

Inception: 1930

Address: Λένορμαν 218 104 43 104 43

GPS coordinates: 37.99804,23.71051

Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:56