THE BOUBOULINA MUSEUM — Attraction in Municipality of Spetses

Museum staff screamed at us to “get out!”

We arrived at 13:17 on a Sunday. As soon as we stepped into the courtyard, a man comes out of the building and starts shouting at us “Museum is closed, you must leave!”. We replied that the door was open and that according to Apple Maps the museum was open until 14:00. “I don’t know Apple Maps, on Google it says that it closes at 13:30! I only know Google. Leave now!” Me: “but it is not yet 13:30.” Screaming man, with a voice now an its highest pitch: “it is written outside that the last entry is at 13:15! It is past 13:15! Leave now!”

Feeling threatened and scared for my wife and kids, we stepped out the door. To my surprise —and worry,— the angry man followed us outside. I now felt truly threatened.

I ignored him, and walked a few steps in direction of the square. I then turned to my children, who were somewhat stunned, not being used to seeing such behaviors. “Children, you just saw a bad side of Greece. Keep it in mind as a lesson. Such absence of self-control as you witnessed is called ««ἀκράτεια» (akrateia) in ancient Greek. A similar case of «ἀκράτεια» was the reason that Bouboulina was killed not by Turks, but by a fellow Greek. Yet, Greece is still the country that we love, even with such imperfections.”

The man had stayed outside, and had kept listening into our conversation. Now at the top of his high pitched voice, he started haranguing us in public outside the museum : “You are impolite! You are impolite! Do not pick a fight!”

We kept ignoring him, and left to enjoy the otherwise lovely...

A lovely museum that showcases the life of one of the most important figures of her time in Greece and the world. The staff were extremely polite, helpful, and eager to talk to us about anything that caught our interest.

The museum occupies one floor of the house — 3 to 4 rooms where visitors can observe some of Laskarina Bouboulina’s furniture, personal belongings, and weapons. Among the exhibits, one can also see important gifts from foreign countries, as well as titles and other memorabilia.

The management should consider opening the upper floor, which functions as a library, even just for visitors to admire. Additionally, with the right support, they could introduce more features — including interactive ones — that would keep visitors engaged for a longer time.

If you're in Spetses, this is a must-visit.

Indeed, this country has a vast and rich history, and places like this highlight it in the best...

Planning my trip to Spetses was really hard. I had to put every little detail of things I wanted to do on the island on a list with 48 hours.

Bouboulina's Museum was top priority for me, growing up I heard all these stories about her and I wanted to see with my own eyes her ways and know her story. The Museum and the family that runs it are doing exactly that. They are also doing it in a way that although you don't know the Lady, you feel connected to her. It's very easy for you to be drifted away with feelings that change rapidly, joy - sorrow - excitement.. A must see in Spetses.

I've put four stars which is something I rarely do.. There's a lot of things to be improved, I hope that with the proper guidance the Museum will take its place in one of the best museums in Greece! Cheers! Thank you for the...