What you will see
The art museum of sculptor Nikolas is located in the central square of Agios Georgios Nileias. Its construction begun in 1989 and is hosted on the second floor of the ex-municipal offices of Agios Georgios. It unofficially began its operation in 1992, and officially opened in 1996. Inspired, designed and funded by the local sculptor Nikolas Pavlopoulos whose artistic work is rich. Initially it was named “Dimitrio Oikima” (House of Dimitris) honoring the sculptor’s father while in 2000 it was renamed into Municipal Museum of Sculptor Nikolas.
By founding the museum, the sculptor wanted to leave his personal mark into the cultural identity of the area, by displaying his most characteristic works. The materials he uses are mostly cooper, wood and marble, while his sculpting technique has an academic feeling. His works have been displayed in Greece and abroad and during his lifetime, he has been honored with various awards.
At the museum building, which is of traditional Pelion architecture, a large art collection is displayed featuring some of the most characteristic sculptures and carvings from different periods. The 22 sculptures made out of cooper or brass of large shape. Of great interest are also the carvings, the woodcuts and a copperplate. Visitors can also admire personal belongings of sculptor Nikolas as well as tools, sketches, molds and handwritten letters.
At the yard, there is a bronze statue sculptured from Nikolas himself, preparing visitors for their museum experience. In addition, from 1996 the museum began issuing a semi-annual cultural publication “Vigla” that is distributed free to people of the village and to museum visitors.
