Archaeological Museum of Paleopolis - Mon Repos
The Paleopolis–Mon Repos Museum, located on the Mon Repos estate in Corfu, opened to the public in 2001.
It is housed in a neoclassical villa built during the British Protectorate of the Ionian Islands (1828–1831) by High Commissioner Sir Frederick Adam.
The permanent exhibition is organized in fourteen rooms across two floors and presents the history of the building as well as the ancient monuments of the wider Paleopolis area. Through original artifacts, photographs, models, and audiovisual material, the museum highlights Corfu’s long historical continuity and its key role in the Mediterranean world.
On the ground floor, visitors are introduced to the history of the building, the British administration of the Ionian Islands, the early inhabitants of the villa (Lord and Lady Adam), and the early archaeological research in Paleopolis. Exhibits also include material on the Mon Repos gardens, a model of the Kanoni peninsula with ancient sites, and architectural elements reflecting Regency-style decoration.
The first floor focuses on the ancient city of Corfu, including its agora as a commercial and political center, the Roman baths, sanctuaries, and everyday life in antiquity. A video presentation illustrates the evolution of Corfu from ancient to modern times. The second floor is used for temporary exhibitions and educational programs.
