• Location20 km from Heraklion
• BuildingHoused in an old mansion in Houdetsi’s village square
• Founder and Artistic DirectorRoss Daly, artistic director since 1982
• PurposePreservation, conservation, and promotion of traditional musical instruments from around the world
• CollectionOwned by Ross Daly, with instruments from various cultures and eras
• Educational ActivitiesConcerts, seminars, and summer Houdetsi Festival
• Instrument Maintenance and Construction WorkshopEnsuring the integrity and quality of instruments
• International RecognitionA pioneering center for global musical heritage

In the square of the picturesque village of Houdetsi, just 20 kilometers from Heraklion (about a 25-minute drive), lies the unique Labyrinth Musical Workshop, the only museum of its kind in Greece. Housed in a beautifully restored mansion, the workshop exhibits traditional musical instruments, a valuable treasure trove of musical traditions from various cultures and eras. The collection, owned by the renowned musician Ross Daly, includes instruments from every corner of the earth, enhancing knowledge about the traditions and historical expressions of global musical heritage.

Founded in 1982, the Labyrinth Musical Workshop has been operating since 2002 under the municipal development company ELTYNA of the former Nikos Kazantzakis Municipality. Under the artistic direction of Ross Daly, the center not only functions as a museum but also as a significant educational and research center, dedicated to preserving and spreading traditional music from around the world. It regularly hosts concerts and music seminars, featuring celebrated musicians and traditional music enthusiasts. Every summer, the Houdetsi Festival, the center’s flagship event, draws artists and visitors from around the world.

Apart from its cultural activities, the Labyrinth Workshop includes a specialized workshop for instrument maintenance and construction, ensuring the integrity and quality of the items on display. Internationally recognized for its contribution to traditional music preservation and promotion, the Labyrinth continues to inspire and connect cultures through the power of music.