Helmi’s Natural History Museum

About the museum

The Helmis Natural History Museum was founded on the private initiative of Panagiotis Helmis and opened on 10 October 2000 in the village of Agia Marina on Zakynthos. It is housed in a traditional building and is the only natural history museum on the island.

Its aim is to acquaint visitors with the rich natural environment of Zakynthos, from the sandy beaches where sea turtles nest to the forests of the interior. The collections include a large number of specimens from the natural world: plants, butterflies, rocks, birds, marine organisms and fossils with impressions of ancient plants and animals. The museum also has educational material for children and organises exhibitions and events.

Highlights

• Plants, butterflies and birds of Zakynthos
• Marine organisms and fish
• Rocks and fossils
• Educational material for children
• School visits

Permanent exhibition

• Μόνιμη έκθεση φυσικής ιστορίας – Specimens of the flora and fauna of Zakynthos: plants, butterflies, birds, marine life, rocks and fossils.

Founded

2000

Operated by

Παναγιώτης Χέλμης

Admission & discounts

Accessibility

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Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide

Educational material for children makes the visit fun.

Getting there & parking

The museum is in the mountain village of Agia Marina, about 15 km from the town of Zakynthos.

Amenities & dining

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Events & venue rental

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