Averoff Art Gallery — Attraction in Metsovo Municipality

4th of May 2022.

The Averoff Museum of Neohellenic Art was opened during August 1988. It has the permanent exhibition and many others from time to time. The permanent exhibition has 250 works by the major Greek painters, printmakers and sculptors of the 19th and 20th century, like Fasianos, Egonopoulos, Lytras, Volanakis, Parthenis, Hadjikyriakos-Ghikas, Moralis and many more. Two of the paintings that we used to ‘meet’ in our books at school, there are also there. These two are: the dude eating his watermelon of 1880 (ο μάγκας που τρώει καρπούζι) from Pantazis Periklis and the burning of the Turkish flagship by Kanaris (Η πυρπόληση της τουρκικής ναυαρχίδας από τον Κανάρη) of 1873 by Lytras Nikiforos. Still life is alternating with colorful landscapes and angelic faces are alternating with sad ones in this museum full of history, that you should not miss. Of course, for those who seek the unexpected, there is the room with the modern means of expression. Take a look and enjoy. Tip: Do not miss the room with Metsovo’s history unfolding through...

The ticket was only 5€ They had a great selection of art pieces from many Greek painters. They had a really nice kids room. Also there was a temporary probably installation of a table in which many known personalities were sitting there, suck as Shakespeare, Picasso and many more. It was great wander around the table and finding the references on the items that were sitting there for each person. I think it’s a must visit if you are...

An extremely impressive and enriching experience! The museum combines history, culture, and tradition in a way that is both educational and engaging, making it a truly thrilling visit for the whole family. The exhibits are beautifully presented, offering insights into Metsovo’s heritage and way of life. I would consider it an absolute must-see when visiting Metsovo. 5 euros for adults and children...