Hungarian Open Air Museum
Pest
The Hungarian Open-air Museum, located near Szentendre in Pest County, is Hungary's largest outdoor ethnographic museum, founded in 1967. Spanning approximately 63 hectares, it exhibits authentic and replica folk architecture representing rural life and traditions from the mid-18th to mid-20th century across various Hungarian regions. The museum is divided into eight distinct areas, including North Hungarian Village, Upland Market Town, Upper-Tisza, Great Plains, Southern Transdanubia, Bakony-Balaton Uplands, Western Transdanubia, and Kisalföld, each showcasing regional architectural styles, housing, farming, and cultural heritage. Inspired by the Skansen museum in Stockholm, it was established to preserve and popularize Hungarian folk culture through immersive, hands-on educational experiences. The museum's buildings include original relocated structures such as houses, mills, churches, and economic buildings, arranged to reflect authentic settlement patterns. Situated in a protected natural environment within the Duna-Ipoly National Park, the museum also offers seasonal events and museum pedagogy programs for all ages, enriching visitors' understanding of Hungary's rural past.
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Astuce: Visit during spring or early autumn for pleasant weather and to enjoy special events like Easter celebrations and the Green Festival. Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended, especially for weekends and holidays. The museum offers educational programs and guided tours, which can enhance the experience. Check the official website for current opening hours and event schedules. Discounts are available for students, seniors, and groups. Wear comfortable shoes as the site is extensive and involves walking outdoors.
Faits intéressants
- •The museum covers an area of about 63 hectares, making it one of the largest open-air ethnographic museums in Europe.
- •It features over 300 buildings including 66 residential houses, 7 churches, and 10 mills, many of which were relocated to the site to preserve them.
- •The museum is located within the Duna-Ipoly National Park, a protected natural environment enhancing the authenticity of the experience.
- •The museum was inspired by the world’s first open-air museum, Skansen in Stockholm, founded in 1891.
- •The museum offers extensive educational programs for all age groups, including special activities for school children and families.
Histoire
The concept of the Hungarian Open-air Museum was inspired by the Skansen museum in Stockholm, established in 1891.
The idea was developed over decades, with early ethnographic exhibitions dating back to 1896 in Budapest.
The museum was officially founded in 1967 as part of the Budapest Ethnographic Museum and became independent in 1972.
Its creation was driven by concerns over the rapid disappearance of traditional rural architecture and lifestyles during the 1960s modernization wave.
The museum's layout and collection were carefully planned to represent Hungary's diverse folk architectural regions, with a foundational building list approved in 1970.
Since then, it has continued to expand and refine its exhibits, becoming a leading institution for preserving and presenting Hungarian cultural heritage.
Guide du lieu
North Hungarian Village
This area showcases traditional folk architecture and rural life from the northern regions of Hungary, featuring authentic houses, barns, and community buildings arranged in typical village layouts.
Upland Market Town
A reconstruction of a typical market town from the Hungarian uplands, illustrating urban folk architecture, trade, and crafts from the 18th to 20th centuries.
Upper-Tisza Area
Exhibits folk buildings and cultural artifacts from the Upper-Tisza region, reflecting the unique traditions and architectural styles of this part of Hungary.
Great Plains (Alföld)
Displays the vast rural architecture and lifestyle of Hungary’s Great Plains, including farmhouses, barns, and mills that characterize the region’s agricultural heritage.
Southern Transdanubia
This section presents folk architecture and rural life from Southern Transdanubia, including residential and economic buildings representative of the area.
Bakony and Balaton Uplands
Features buildings and exhibits from the Bakony Mountains and Balaton Uplands, highlighting local folk traditions and architectural styles.
Western Transdanubia
Showcases the folk architecture and rural heritage of Western Transdanubia, with authentic buildings and cultural displays.
Kisalföld (Little Hungarian Plain)
An area dedicated to the Kisalföld region, displaying typical folk houses and agricultural buildings from this fertile plain.
Contact
Téléphone: (06 26) 502 537