Ecclesiastical Museum of Milos - Church of the Holy Trinity

In Adamas, the Ecclesiastical Museum of Milos occupies the Church of the Holy Trinity, a historic Orthodox church near the waterfront. Its collection includes icons dating from the 14th to 18th centuries, wood carvings, sacred objects and archival material tied to the island’s religious and artistic past. Information beside the objects explains their place in Orthodox tradition. The church remains a place of worship as well as a museum, so take time to see the courtyard mosaics and approach the space with care.

Inside the Church of the Holy Trinity

The museum is housed in the Church of the Holy Trinity, also known as Agia Triada, in Adamas. The church stands close to the waterfront and remains a place of Orthodox worship. Its setting gives the collection a direct connection to the religious life it represents.

Inside, the exhibits include icons, wood carvings and other ecclesiastical objects. The collection spans the 14th to 18th centuries, with archival material offering another perspective on the island’s past. Information accompanying the objects explains their religious context and the faith behind their creation and preservation.

Art and details to look for

The icons are a central part of the collection, alongside decorated iconostasis panels, the carved screens that separate the sanctuary from the main church. The objects trace a long tradition of religious art on Milos, including work associated with the Skordilis family’s icon workshop, whose influence extended across the Cyclades.

After viewing the exhibits, take a look at the courtyard mosaics. The museum is small, so the visit can focus on details rather than covering a large gallery space. As the church continues to serve as a place of worship, treat it with the same consideration you would show at any active religious site.