The Museum invites its young friends to contribute, through this special activity, to the effort to protect and highlight the natural and cultural wealth of Lesvos, which has been designated a UNESCO World Geopark. Every idea is useful for this purpose and every idea can be expressed through the creation of a fanzine - amateur magazine!

Christmas is on the corner and we are all looking for ways to spend our time creatively and happily with our loved ones, especially this year when we stay home for a long time.

Do you like games? Can’t get out far to explore nature?

Now you can become Young Explorers and take part in research expeditions! Explore and discover the treasures of our natural heritage!

Did you know that in the area of the Petrified Forest of Lesvos 20 million years ago used to live many animals, both small-sized and gigantic.

20 million years ago there were many active volcanoes in the northeastern Aegean region. In the island of Lesvos 5 large volcanic centers were discovered.

19 million years ago, in the area of the Petrified Forest used to live one of the oldest mammals in Greece, the Lesvos Deinotherium.