[2] After the Trojan War, the naval and economic importance of Samos grew until its zenith in the 6th century BC.

Although it was conquered by the Persians shortly thereafter, the town remained an influential trading center until the 3rd century AD.

[2] Excavations into the town itself have uncovered the street plan of the ancient city, including a sewage system and both public and religious buildings.

In addition, the remains of Roman buildings can be found on the site, including an agora, public baths, and stadium, and town houses.

It displays over 3000 objects that present the cultural evolution of the ancient city of Samos and its rural surroundings from the 4th millennium BC until the 7th century AD.