Although the possibility of this city existing before the arrival of the Dorian people, its main ruins date back to the Dorian era, especially in the 5th and 4th centuries BC. Lato Etera, the city's harbor, or known as Lato pros Kamara, located near Agios Nikolaos, remained in use during the Roman rule period, even though the city itself was destroyed around 200 BC.

Museum of Archaeology Agios Nikolaos, which started operating in 1969, has been an important witness to the archaeological wealth of Crete. Although currently closed, this museum was previously a storage place for over 1,500 pottery pieces, as well as the oldest gold and bronze discoveries in Crete. This extensive collection includes valuable artifacts from various locations, ranging from Malia to Zakros.

Although the museum is currently not operating, this valuable collection has been transferred to other institutions in Crete. This is done to ensure that the archaeological heritage of Crete remains accessible and enjoyed by the community. With the intriguing athlete's skull as the main focus, the narrative of the city of Lato continues to be enriched by a historical legacy that spans from the prehistoric Minoan period to the Roman era.