Archaeological Museum of Aiani

About the museum

The Archaeological Museum of Aiani presents the historical development of ancient Aiani, capital of Elimiotis, one of the most powerful kingdoms of Upper Macedonia, and of the wider region, from prehistoric to Roman times. It mainly displays finds from the excavations of the ancient city.

The collections include finds from the Late Bronze Age (15th–12th century BC) and from the Archaic and Classical periods (6th–5th century BC), which illuminate the presence of Dorian and Macedonian tribes and of the Mycenaeans in the area, as well as the settlement and political organisation of Aiani from the 6th century BC.

The museum complex covers 4,500 square metres and includes seven exhibition rooms with a total area of 1,000 square metres, storerooms, a library, a multi-purpose hall and conservation workshops. The museum comes under the Ephorate of Antiquities of Kozani and has organised educational programmes and events since 1988.

Highlights

• Finds from the excavation of ancient Aiani, capital of Elimiotis
• Finds from the Late Bronze Age and the Archaic–Classical period
• Seven exhibition rooms with a total area of 1,000 square metres
• Educational programmes and shop

Permanent exhibition

• Μόνιμη έκθεση – Η αρχαία Αιανή και η Ελιμιώτιδα – Seven rooms present finds from the city and the royal necropolis of Aiani, from prehistoric to Roman times.

Founded

1970

Operated by

Εφορεία Αρχαιοτήτων Κοζάνης (Υπουργείο Πολιτισμού)

Admission & discounts

Free admission: 6 March, 18 April, 18 May, the last weekend of September, 28 October, and every first Sunday of the month from 1 November to 31 March.

The same ticket applies all year round. The categories of visitors with reduced or free admission are set by the Ministry of Culture.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Accessible restroom
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The museum has a ramp, a lift, Braille signs, tactile means and toilets for people with disabilities. People with mobility impairments have access to the car park, the entrance and the toilets.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops

Since 1988 the museum has organised educational programmes for children.

Getting there & parking

The museum's car park is accessible to people with mobility impairments.

Amenities & dining

• Museum shop

The shop offers publications on Aiani and Upper Macedonia.

Events & venue rental

The museum hasn’t published any information on this.

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