The Hellenic Survey of Geology and Mineral Exploration (EAGME) presented the National Geological Museum to journalists and media representatives, highlighting its importance for the public and marking the official opening of its fully modern facilities.
EAGME established this new museum with the mission to protect, preserve, organize, and showcase Greece’s rich mineral wealth and geological history. The National Geological Museum represents the first coordinated effort by the Greek state to promote and safeguard the country’s Geological Cultural Heritage. Its collections, featuring specimens from across Greece, are among the richest in the world, making the museum a true “Treasury of Greek Geology.”
During the museum’s first official presentation to the media, attendees were welcomed by EAGME Director General Dionysios K. Goutis, EAGME President Konstantinos Saltas, and Dr. Konstantinos Laskaridis, Director of the National Geological Museum.
With the support of donations from members of the geoscientific community, EAGME transformed part of its premises into a dedicated exhibition space. The collections and exhibits have been enriched and organized according to modern museological standards, with the goal of promoting Greece’s geological heritage. Located within EAGME’s Central Facilities, the museum is managed and curated entirely by the Authority. Its purpose is to advance the protection and promotion of Greece’s geological wealth and to highlight its historical role in shaping the ancient, modern, and contemporary Hellenic world — projecting its scientific and cultural significance internationally.
Through its extensive collections and carefully curated thematic sections, the National Geological Museum appeals to both the general public and specialized scientific audiences. It showcases significant geological specimens from across Greece — minerals, fossils, and rocks — while also serving as a hub for research and education on the country’s geological resources. Its exhibition halls narrate the evolution of geological research in Greece and the emergence of the country’s geological and cultural heritage.
Journalists and media representatives were guided through the museum’s halls and collections, where advanced digital and virtual reality technologies bring to life the story of Greece’s mineral wealth and geological past.
The National Geological Museum is open to individual visitors, groups, and school classes. Visits can also be organized online at: http://tickets.ngmuseum.gr/
General Director Dionysios K. Goutis stated: “We are delighted to officially present to the media the new National Geological Museum — a result of EAGME’s long-standing effort and vision to highlight the importance of geology as a science for our country, society, and environment. Through the careful collection and classification of geological resources and historical data, we contribute decisively to the protection of Greece’s geological heritage and the promotion of its mineral wealth.
Our coordinated efforts to create a modern, well-organized museum — equipped with the latest technologies — have borne fruit. We now invite citizens, students, and groups to visit and experience the National Geological Museum first-hand.
Fulfilling EAGME’s mission, the newly established National Geological Museum stands as a beacon for the preservation and promotion of Greece’s mineral wealth and geological legacy for future generations.