MUSEUM Costas Tsoclis is a contemporary art museum in Kampos, on Tinos in the Cyclades, housed in a former village school. It presents work by Greek artist Costas Tsoclis, with works by Thanassis Lalas also represented. The collection is compact, so it suits a focused visit even if you are not a regular museum-goer. Look for the courtyard sculpture of St George and the Dragon, and take time with Tsoclis’s surprising modern works. The museum’s building is part of the visit, too.
A gallery in the former village school
The museum opened in 2011 in the old village schoolhouse in Kampos. The building had been abandoned after the village’s population fell. Its setting gives the gallery a direct connection to the place where Tsoclis had a home on Tinos, although he was born in Athens.
The collection focuses on Tsoclis, a 20th-century Greek artist. Works by Thanassis Lalas are also represented. The museum is more gallery than large, traditional museum, with a compact display of work and a building that visitors also find distinctive.
The courtyard sculpture
Make space for the outdoor works as you move through the museum. The St George and the Dragon sculpture in the courtyard is a notable piece, and the image of the sculpture is one of the details that can stay with you after the visit.
The exhibition may change, and a new section was reported to be under construction. Check the museum’s website for current information before planning around a particular display.
FAQ
Where is MUSEUM Costas Tsoclis?
It is in Kampos on Tinos, in the Cyclades, at an unnamed road address.
What can I see at the museum?
The collection centres on Costas Tsoclis’s contemporary art and also includes works by Thanassis Lalas. The courtyard has a St George and the Dragon sculpture.
Is the museum wheelchair accessible?
The entrance and parking are listed as wheelchair accessible.
Should I book tickets in advance?
Advance ticket booking is recommended.
