Thessaloniki Museum of Photography
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Thessaloniki Museum of Photography
Established in 1998, the Thessaloniki Museum of Photography is dedicated to the preservation and presentation of photographic art, featuring both Greek and international works.
The museum houses around 90,000 objects documenting photography from 1890 to 2015. Located in a 1910 port warehouse, it serves as a cultural hub with rotating exhibitions and the notable Thessaloniki PhotoBiennale held every two years.
Key Features
- 📸 Extensive collection of historical and contemporary photography.
- 🌍 Organizes the international Thessaloniki PhotoBiennale festival.
- 🏛️ Part of the Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki (MOMus), enhancing its cultural significance.
With free entry, the museum is suitable for tourists, families, students, and historians interested in photographic history and art.
Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Thessaloniki Museum of Photography
Notable Foundation
Founded in 1998, the museum supports photography study and public education.
Large Collection
Holds approximately 90,000 photographic objects spanning over 125 years.
Cultural Collaboration
Part of MOMus, a collaboration of five museums enhancing contemporary art presentation.
Photography Festival
Hosts the Thessaloniki PhotoBiennale, an important international photography event.
Location
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Address
View mapΑποθήκη Α (Προβλήτα Α στο Λιμάνι Θεσσαλονίκης)
Opening Hours
Friday:
10:00 AM–5:50 PM
Monday:
Closed
Saturday:
10:00 AM–5:50 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM–5:50 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM–5:50 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM–5:50 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM–5:50 PM
Contact Information
Price
Free. Some special exhibitions and events may require a paid ticket.
Average Visit Duration
Duration: About 1-2 hours.
Best Time to Visit
Weekday afternoons (1:00 PM–3:00 PM) offer fewer crowds.