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KALAMATA

MUNICIPAL CULTURAL CENTER
Pantazopoulios Folk School, 35 Aristomenous str.
24100, Kalamata
Tel.: +30 27210 94819

KALAMATA YOUTH CENTER
15 Koutsomitropoulou str., historical center
24100, Kalamata
Tel.: +30 2721110740, 6977482806
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.ngokane.org

The Youth Center participates in, organizes and promotes activities at a local, national and international level, such as training seminars, networking activities, youth exchanges, youth initiatives, social programs, environmental programs, cultural and educational programs, etc.

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER OF KALAMATA
2 Thucydidou str.
24100, Kalamata
Tel.: +30 27210 86147, 96062
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.kpe-kalamatas.gr

The Environmental Education Center of Kalamata is an educational institution that informs and educates students, teachers and citizens on issues of environmental protection, ecological balance and sustainable development.

FOLKLORE STUDIES CENTER
12 Ag. Ioannou and Kyriakou str.
24100, Kalamata
Tel.: +30 27210 28449

PUBLIC BENEFIT CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF KALAMATA “FARIS”
11 Faron and Assini str.
24100, Kalamata
Tel.: +30 27210 95611
Fax: +30 27210 95614
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.kalamataculture.gr

"FARIS" aims to highlight contemporary artistic creation, to inspire children and young people to love the arts and to build an interactive relationship between citizens and the municipality with special emphasis on social groups in need of protection and support. It supports activities in the following areas:
- Dance, with the operation of the International Dance Center (DI.KE.CHO), which is the flagship organization of the International Dance Festival of Kalamata.
- Art education, with the operation of the following schools:
• Municipal Conservatory
• Dance School
• Art Workshop
- Theater, with the continuous activities of the Municipal Regional Theater of Kalamata.
- Artistic creation, by organizing art exhibitions in the Municipal Art Gallery, as well as theme events at cultural sites throughout the year.

LYCEUM CLUB OF GREEK WOMEN, KALAMATA
17 Ag. Nikolaou str.
24100, Kalamata
Tel.: +30 27210 86213, 26176
Fax: +30 27210 88197
Annex:
17 Maizonos str.
24100, Kalamata
Tel.: +30 27210 21762
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.lykelkal.gr

The Lyceum Club of Greek Women of Kalamata is a social and cultural association of a non-profit character. The wealth of traditional Greek dancing and Greek folk song comes to life through its lessons. Forty years of research, committed to quality and detail, combined with teaching experience gained through contact with thousands of children, and the adoption of the most modern teaching methods, ensure the transmission of true and genuine knowledge. In an elegant environment with a unique collection of authentic traditional costumes, the Lyceum provides the opportunity for children and adults to experience another dimension of Greek culture. Operating departments: dance and choir.

CULTURAL ASSOCIATION OF MESSINIA
25 Ypapantis str.
24100, Kalamata
Tel.: +30 27210 25505
Fax: +30 27210 25505
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.morfotikosmess.gr

The association's objectives are to develop all forms of spiritual, educational and cultural activities in the city of Kalamata and the region of Messinia, also to preserve and enhance cultural heritage and Greek folk tradition, in harmonious combination with all modern cultural trends.

ORGANIZATION FOR THE HISTORICAL CENTER OF KALAMATA
23 Martiou sq.
24100, Kalamata
Tel.: +30 27210 25650 (President: Konstantinos Kastoras)
Email: [email protected]

The Organization for the Historical Center of Kalamata aims to:
- Promote cultural identity and the architectural profile of the historic character of the town
- Improve the quality of recreational, cultural and artistic activities for the benefit of residents and visitors to the city of Kalamata
- Promote the historical center of Kalamata as an area of tourism and culture

CULTURAL FOUNDATION "THE ROUTES OF THE OLIVE TREE"
23 Martiou sq.
24100, Kalamata
Tel.: + 30 27210 62200
Fax: +30 27210 62229
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.olivetreeroute.gr

"The Routes of the Olive Tree" are routes of culture and a form of dialogue pertaining to the olive tree. It is a "bridge" that starts from Messinia, Greece and the Mediterranean and extends to all countries around the world, carrying the message of the olive tree and the desire for communication, cooperation and peaceful coexistence.

PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB OF KALAMATA
Evening High School of Kalamata, 15 Faron and Kritis str.
24100, Kalamata
Tel.: +30 6972996444, 6974437545
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.flkalamatas.com

The Photography Club of Kalamata was founded in 1988 by a group of people with a special affinity for photography and art. The objectives of the Club are to spread the art of photography, to protect the cultural heritage of the country, and to communicate through the medium of photography. The FCK operates photography courses, organizes and hosts exhibitions, and has a darkroom in the park of the Railway Station for practice.

SOCIETY FOR THE DIFFUSION OF LITERATURE
12 Ag. Ioannou and Kyriakou str.
24100, Kalamata
Tel.: +30 27210 28449

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KYPARISSIA

EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL ASSOCIATION OF KYPARISSIA
24500, Kyparissia
Tel.: +30 27610 24271 (afternoon hours)

The Educational and Cultural Association of Kyparissia was founded in 1979. It has since been working constantly on culture and education in the municipality and it is one of the most active associations in Messinia. It has operated departments of music, theater and for some years a film club. Today, it operates departments of traditional dances, classical ballet, jazz, gymnastics and tango, with well known teachers.

PROGRAM FOR THE PROTECTION AND PROMOTION OF THE OLD TOWN OF KYPARISSIA
24500, Kyparissia
Tel.: +30 6936056130
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.kyparissiaoldtown.gr

Its purpose is to contribute, in any way and by any legitimate means, to the protection, conservation, revitalization, promotion, and sustainable development of the traditional settlement of the Old Town of Kyparissia, through the use of the historical, architectural and cultural heritage.

ASSOCIATION OFTHE FRIENDS OF MUSIC AND FINE ARTS
24500, Kyparissia
Tel.: +30 27613 60721

Founded in January 1995, it is located in the multipurpose room of the Technical Chamber in Kyparissia. The purpose of the association is to cultivate the arts of music, song, dance and painting.

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FILIATRA

EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FILIATRA "PYRSOS"
Park of Vlacherna
24300, Filiatra
Tel.: +30 27610 32495

The educational association "PYRSOS" was founded in 1958. Today it operates the "Pyrsos Lending Library," the "Department of Folklore and Folk Dances" and the "Cinema Club." In the "Fournarakio" cultural center it also houses the "Trifyliako Amateur Theatre" and the "Chess Club."

ASSOCIATION OF THE FRIENDS OF THE PROGRESS OF FILIATRA
Park of Vlacherna
24300, Filiatra
Tel.: +30 27610 32953
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.filoproodoifiliatron.gr

It is a cultural non-profit association founded in September 1926, with the aim of advancing the region and also reconstituting the philharmonic orchestra, which was founded in 1893 by the Municipality of Filiatra, but was later disbanded. It is one of the oldest cultural associations, created by forward-thinking people who struggled with little or no state support in order to create the conditions for growth and progress for the people of their region. In 1991 it was awarded the Prize of the Academy of Athens for its activities and contribution to culture.
Its activities today mainly center on:
- The "School of Music"
- The city's philharmonic orchestra
- The "School of Traditional Dances''
- The care of the Park of Vlacherna
- The custody and care of the church of Panagia Vlacherna, a Byzantine monument
- Various cultural events


Source: Messinian Chamber

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