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Exploring the Costume Traditions of Kastoria at a Historic Museum

Visitors to the museum in Kastoria can delve into the region’s clothing traditions, housed in a historic mansion dating back to 1750. The museum features a unique collection of silk baptismal garments, showcasing the community’s former wealth. It is managed by the ‘Harmony’ cultural association, which emphasizes the significance of the building’s history and the sacrifices of its original owners, the Emmanouil brothers, who were involved in revolutionary activities against Ottoman rule in the late 18th century.

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