Housed in the imposing historical building that was Greece’s first House of Parliament, this Museum tells the story of Greece since the fall of the Byzantine Empire in 1453, with special focus on the War of Independence (1821-1829), through to the mid 19th century. The commanding statue of Theodoros Kolokotronis, among the leaders of the Greek War of Independence, proudly greets visitors to the Museum. Among its invaluable exhibits are archival records, photographs, costumes, flags, paintings, religious icons, royal portraits and weapons. A giftshop is available.