Eggares Olive Oil Museum

""One of the island’s oldest and most important industries, olive oil production has been a major part of Greek culture for over 7,000 years. The Eggares Olive Oil Museum shows the traditional harvesting methods which have been used for centuries and the museum’s olive press and buildings have been in the Lianos family for five generations. The press itself dates back to 1884. Take a free guided tour and learn more about the history of olive oil production. Discover the deep connection the people of Naxos have with the oil and how the many ways it has been used in the past. After the tour, grab a chance to sample some of the incredible olive oil products in the museum’s gift shop and cafe. Try olive bread and cookies as well as a variety of olive oils, hummus and olive pate. Relax on the patio and soak up the summer sun. Try the best fresh local products in the place they were grown and processed, what could be better? Pick up some souvenirs from the shop, including soaps and cosmetics, olive wood utensils and sweet and savory preserves. The Olive Press Museum is just a short drive from Naxos town in the village of Eggares.""

"The original building dates back to the mid-19th century and was operating until 1960, while now it has been fully restored and transfers the visitor to an authentic, traditional era. Guests have the opportunity to learn about the history of the olive tree, olive press techniques, soap making, and other uses of olive oil and its by-products. A shop and a cafe are also parts of the premises."