Paros is an island that has greatly contributed to the visual arts, particularly sculpture. Some of the uniquely beautiful sculptures that adorn the halls of top museums in Greece and around the world, including the famous Venus de Milo in the Louvre, are made from the famous Parian marble.
Today, Paros wanting to live up to its history, supports and promotes passionately all visual arts. Therefore, apart from the Sculpture museum " Nikos Perantinos "and the Cycladic Folk museum Benettos Skiadas, the cultural operators of the island organize and host art exhibitions and cultural events in various locations such as:
- The Dimitrakopoulos building in Parikia
- The Art Center Apothiki in Parikia
Paros has several art galleries and other art spaces, mainly in Parikia and Naoussa, while painting, photography and sculpture exhibitions can be found in the most unlikely places such as classrooms and hotel lobbies.
Besides, Paros is truly an island full of culture.
More information on visual arts events in Paros can be found in the Municipality of Paros in the number 22 843 60100.