Angelos Sikelianos Museum. Lefkada

Angelos Sikelianos Museum. Lefkada. 1884-1951

I would not describe this museum as a place for the tourist souvignier seeker, but more for those wanting a relaxed cultural hour. The atmosphere is one of calmness as if visiting an art gallery. Beautifully displayed in both English and Greek (although I felt I needed to use of an Oxford dictionary at times as the language interpretation is not in an everyday common vocabulary.

I would recommend watching the 10 minute large screen video as this explains things much simpler.

Purchased by the Greek National Bank in 2014 the micro museum is free entry.

Open Tue - Fri 9am - 3pm and Sat 10am - 2pm. Stairs lead to the upper floor.

The Museum itself was the birthplace of the Greek lyric poet and playwright Angelos Sikelianos and is dedicated to his works, his personal life and those of his two wives. 5 times nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature he was world renowned.

Displays of his work during his life and after his death adorn the walls.

Smaller artifacts on display add interest.

Eva Palmer Sikelianos (Angelos' first wife) was a very interesting character who appealed to me due to her artistic background. An American heiress Eva Palmer tried to resurrect the Delphic Games with a festival of theatre, music, dance, athletics and handicrafts.

Eva decided only to wear garments she made herself woven of natural materials on a loom.

For a more comprehensive cover of Eva Palmer Sikelianos' life, read her autobiography 'Life in Ruins'.

Directions to the Museum.

Walk down Lefkas Town pedestrian high street towards the main square. On your right side there are brown signs directing to the museum and garden theatre on your left.

Down the side street you will immediately see the Lighthouse Garden Taverna and next to this is the Museum. There are also a few cute cafes and boutiques in the backstreets if you fancy a browse, light lunch or refreshments.