Greek House Museum Analysis

The preservation of the building and the loyalty to the maintenance of its original image make the museum unique and unforgettable to the memory of its visitors. The authentic furnishing and decoration mirror the image of another era and inspire the audience to travel in the past and forget about the vigorous rhythms of modern society. The commitment to education is retained through the efficient organization of the exhibits. The content is well developed, thoroughly cataloged and congruent with the chronological background of the house. Paintings and engravings introduce the visitor to the general historical and social climate of the nineteenth century. Other pieces in the collection such as porcelain, ceramics, fabrics, and tapestry represent the Greek folk art of that era and stay in coherence with the story of the house. Moreover, official political and law documents emphasize the significance and didactic character of the visit. Object labels provide useful information about the origin, date and material of the art exhibits.
On the one hand, the object labels and information provided during the tours enhance the understanding of the related historical period as well as background and content of the historic house museum. On another hand, the absence of introduction and section labels in all floors is disappointing. Visitors who do not ask for a guided tour face the problem of receiving inadequate information due to the absence of introduction and section labels. The latter offer a useful insight that familiarizes the audience with the general historical and cultural framework, as well as key exhibits of the