Archaeological Museum of Chora
The Archaeological Museum of Chora is located in Chora, Messenia, in southern Greece.
It is dedicated primarily to the Mycenaean civilization and showcases one of the most important collections of Mycenaean artefacts in the country.
The museum was founded in 1969 by the Greek Archaeological Service under the Ephorate of Antiquities of Olympia. It was established to house and display the significant finds from excavations at the Palace of Nestor at Ano Englianos, as well as material from other important Mycenaean sites and cemeteries in the wider region of Messenia.
Its collection is especially notable for its pottery and small finds dating from the Mycenaean period (1600–1100 BC), as well as artefacts from the Palace of Nestor, one of the best-preserved Mycenaean palatial centres. Additional material comes from tholos tombs and settlements in Pylia, Trifylia, and surrounding areas.
The museum building was specifically constructed to accommodate these excavations. It has two levels, with exhibition galleries on the upper floor and storage and study areas on the lower level. The exhibition is organized into three main galleries and a vestibule, presenting artefacts according to their archaeological context.
Overall, the Archaeological Museum of Chora offers visitors a comprehensive insight into Mycenaean life in Messenia and plays a key role in preserving and presenting the legacy of the Palace of Nestor and the surrounding region.
