HISTORICAL TOUR
OF THE ERMOUPOLIS TEXTILE MUSEUM

HISTORICAL TOUR
OF THE ERMOUPOLIS TEXTILE MUSEUM

Hidden within a narrow alley in Hermoupolis stands one of the 68 factories that the capital of the Cyclades once boasted. The Zisimatos textile factory remains exactly as it was the day it shut its doors-a unique surviving landmark of Syros' industrial heritage.

The rescue and restoration of this space is the most significant initiative of Hermoupolis Heritage.

After several years of hard work, the venue has been fully restored and invites visitors on a brief journey through time. Passing through the old doors, you can discover the workers' lives, explore the factory's operations, and learn about the textile miracle that flourished in Hermoupolis for 140 years.

The experiential experience begins with a lantern in hand. The guide welcomes visitors wearing a work uniform and, through a historical narrative based on the memories of 40 workers, transports them back to 1986, the year the factory ceased its operation.

Afterward, they have the opportunity to wear the traditional work robe, fill out a timecard, just like the workers of that era, and taste the traditional breakfast. During the tour, the senses are heightened through audio and other means-operating the old diesel engine in the dye house, hearing the sewing machines stitch, smelling the scent of time everywhere, and seeing the threads frozen in time.

All of the above contribute to approaching history and culture through an entertaining process, which ultimately gathers all visitors-workers around a single table, where they will enjoy a worker's snack made with traditional local products.

General conditions:

• In case of groups with a lot of people there is the possibility to adapt to the needs of visitors.
• In case of groups with a lot of people the visitors could be divided into groups of 25 pax with an interval of at least 10 minutes between them.
• All tours are prepaid either by issuing an invoice or by booking on a platform.
• Cancellations are not In case of notification at least 60 days in advance, a new date can be set upon request.
• The lunch tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance.
• Only in case of unfavorable weather conditions the lunch can be transferred to the
• It is forbidden to photograph and videotape during the It is allowed afterwards.
• Pets are prohibited
• No smoking indoors

Read the ticket purchase terms & conditions here

Visit Program

Thursday 03, 10, 17, 24/09

• 19:00 - 23:00
  Free Evening Tour
  (includes a complimentary glass of wine)
  Admission: 10€ / person
  
  
• 20:00 - 21:00
  Experiential Tour: "Rita's Red Pouch" (in Greek)
  Admission: 15€ / person

Friday 04, 11, 18, 25/09

• 10:00 - 14:00
  "The Curator's Glance" (Morning) by Achilleas Dimitropoulos
  hourly tours from 10:00 to 14:00:
  10:00 - Greek, 11:00 - English, 12:00 - Greek, 13:00 - English
  Admission: 10€ / person
  
  
• 19:00 - 23:00
  Free Evening Tour
  (includes a complimentary glass of wine)*
  Admission: 10€ / person

Saturday 05, 12, 26/09

• 10:00 - 14:00
  Guided tour per hour with the old factory worker Mrs. Maria Roussou
  hourly tours: 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00 (strictly in Greek).
  Includes complimentary tea from Cycladic herbs and Turkish delight.
  Admission: 10€ /person

Saturday 19/09
- CLOSED / NO VISITS -

Sunday 06, 13, 20/09

• 19:00 - 23:00
  Free Evening Tour
  (includes a complimentary glass of wine)
  Admission: 10€ / person

Monday 07, 14, 21, 28/09

• 19:00 - 23:00 Free Evening Tour
  (includes a complimentary glass of wine)
  Admission:10€ / person

Notes & Information:
• *The Free Evening Tour on Fridays is available exclusively on 11, 18, and 25/09.
• The Experiential Tour "Rita's Red Pouch" in English is available exclusively upon appointment.
• For reservations and online tickets, please visit the Ticket Services platform.
• Museum Contact Telephone: +30 6932 651626

Tickets: Bookings for the experiential tour are made exclusively online via ticketservices.gr

Ir. Polytechniou 16, Ermoupoli Syros

Contact: 6932651626

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Photo credits: Sotiris Tsakanikas / Dimitris Karaiskos / Inbulb