Thrapsano Cultural Association
The Cultural Association of Thrapsano was founded with the aim of preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of our village. Through various actions, events and initiatives, we promote local tradition, strengthen cultural identity and unite the local community. With respect for the past and a vision for the future, we continue with passion and love for our place.
Thrapsano, our village
Thrapsano is a town and the seat of the homonymous community of the Municipality of Minoa Pediados in the Heraklion Regional Unit of Crete. It belonged to the province of Pediados. Its location is about 30 kilometers southeast of Heraklion. Thrapsano is the metropolitan center of pottery in Crete and one of the two or three in all of Greece.
Events Calendar
Find out about the club’s upcoming events and activities that you shouldn’t miss.
From today’s ANAMA of PYTHARODENDOU…in the central square of the village….
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The appearance of Giorgos and Nikos Stratakis and their band in Livadas was a great …
1st day 38th “Thrapsano Potter’s Festival “…WITH SAMOLI NEKTARIO!
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4th FESTIVAL ‘EARTH, WATER, FIRE’, THRAPSANO HERACLEIOU With great pleasure, the Directorate of Modern Cultural …
Our ‘Soil-Water-Fire’ Festival exceeded the limits of local media and reached the news of Alpha! …
A very interesting workshop for making porcelain jewelry that took place on Sunday, July 6. …
Events
Activities
A nice performance with a large turnout from the theater group of the Municipality of …
‘THRAPSANIOTIKO ROAST’ With Akis Petretzikis!!!! And pottery in the laboratory of Manolis Moutsakis.. We thank …
Thrapsano Potter's Festival
The Thrapsano Potter’s Festival is an institution that honors the rich tradition of Thrapsano in the art of pottery. Every year, in our village, we revive the techniques and customs that are passed down from generation to generation, keeping the legacy of Minoan pottery alive.
Ceramics Festival “Earth, Water, Fire”
The Ceramics Festival “Earth, Water, Fire” is an annual event organized by the Thrapsano Cultural Association, the Center for the Study of Modern Ceramics and the British School of Athens, and honors the precious tradition of ceramic art, connecting the past with the present and opening new paths for the future.
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