The Folklore Museum of Xanthi was founded in 1975, is located in the Old Town and housed in the mansion of the family Kouyioumtzoglou.
The institution acquired, preserved and studying elements of the modern history of the city. It exhibits material evidence of people and their environment, which contributed to the formation of local character.
Hosted the exhibition "Xanthi 1860-1940 heyday," with references to the bourgeoisie and the tobacco trade, the exhibition "weekdays and holidays", with elements of rural and ranching life in Thraki, and the exhibition "Entrepreneurship in Xanthi early 20th century-Professionals-Working Class", based on a business guide of 1910-11.
Also the museum is including a special place for screenings, lectures, concerts, temporary exhibitions and other educational activities.
In the exterior there are two Hammam, male and female, and the church of Saints Akindinon, while the entire building as a whole operates as an exhibit and is a jewel for the city of Xanthis.
15 окт 2024
