The Museum
Discover art gems and immerse in creativity.
The Fresco Hall
In the Pompeian-style hall, the frescoes of the late painter Iannis Karoussos blend seamlessly with the surroundings, creating the sense that you have stepped into the Roman Villa of Mysteries.
The Blackboard Hall
The ground level of the old Maniot house has a unique and immersive character, thanks to its architecture and materials. Originally used as a stable, the space now features blackboards which through augmented reality transport visitors to the churches where the monumental paintings of Yannis Karoussos are located. It's an unforgettable experience combining history, art, and technology.
Abstract Expressionism
In the 1960s, the majority of young artists went to Paris, Europe's cultural capital. However, Yannis Karoussos decided to explore the art scene of the United States. Abstract Expressionism influenced the artist and laid the groundwork for his significant shifts in Orthodox Monumental painting. The 60's room at the Karoussos Center showcases the painter's abstract work, as the blueprints of his mega-scale monumental artwork.
The Hybrid Chapel
The chapel's hybrid frescoes are a world-class masterpiece that provides insight into the village's rich past. They are the first in the history of monumental art and are based on Yannis Karousos' legendary work, created with an exclusive method pioneered by the Karoussos Archives. Visit the chapel to see this wonderful artwork and the cutting-edge cultural heritage preservation approach.
THE
KAROUSSOS
ARCHIVES
THE KAROUSSOS CENTER
Verga, Messenian Mani,
Peloponnese,
Greece
THE KAROUSSOS STUDIO
Kifissia, Athens
Greece
