Argostoli Public Library

MUSEUM OF HISTORY AND FOLKLORE The museum is housed on the ground floor of the imposing palace which belonged to the Korgialenio library in Argostoli. The museum was founded in 1962 by Eleni M. Kosmetatou and opened to the public in 1966, thanks to a grant of Evangelos Basias. Although the museum exists only since 37 years, it has always been a cultural institution, carried out by competent and efficient staff. The archival material of the museum covers the history of Kefalonia island from the beginning of the fifteenth century until 1848; the museum has the mission to keep alive the memory of how Kefalonia was before the terrible earthquake of 1953. Among the numerous exhibits there are documents, pictures, collections of personal items belonging to people from the past, porcelain and brass. In the museum there are also tools of farm life, maps, lithographs, watercolors, religious accessories and a collection of over 3000 photographs and 500 books.

Very nice ,well organized and centrally located library. Has a lot of history books that relate to the life of the island through the years.

a huge collection of very important books, you will be surprised to find . with the low amount of 10€ the membership card will be issue and you can borrow books as often and as many you wish during a year period, rare editions or collections are available for reading in the Library only.Free wi-fi available as well.

Great historical and cultural archives which include rare editions of books about Greece and Kefalonia.

Quite big. There is a big collection of books on Greek literature and poetry. Events are sometimes held there.

Always nice to see a well-stocked public library, especially on the islands. Kudos to you.

Very nice building with new features and a huge variety of books

Very huge and great place i passed 1 event there was interested to me