"Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum
About This Museum
Nestled on the shores of Herăstrău Lake, the Dimitrie Gusti National Village Museum feels less like a curated institution and more like stepping directly into a forgotten, pastoral Romania. You don't just see history here; you wander its dirt paths, peer into the dark, wood-beamed interiors of wooden churches from Maramureş, and run your hand over the rough-hewn logs of a Transylvanian farmhouse. It’s an immersive, almost meditative experience where the air smells of old wood and damp earth. This isn't a place that simply displays objects; it preserves the very soul of the Romanian village.
Collection Highlights
Look for the soaring, shingled spire of the Maramureș church, a masterpiece of woodworking that seems to scratch the sky. Don't miss the starkly beautiful windmill from Dobrogea, its canvas sails stilled against time, or the charming 'cula' – a fortified house with tiny windows built for defense.
Visitor Information
Give yourself a good two or three hours to properly get lost on the meandering trails. It's wonderfully accessible, right in the heart of the city on Kiseleff Road, making it a perfect escape from Bucharest's hustle without ever leaving town.
Architecture & Building
The museum itself is an open-air landscape of authentic peasant architecture; think thatched roofs, intricately carved wooden gates guarding humble homesteads, and whitewashed walls from various regions across the country.
Contact & Location
Address: Muzeul Național al Satului Dimitrie Gusti, 28-30, Bulevardul „Regele Mihai I”, Herăstrău, Sector 1, București, 011347, România
Phone: +40 21 317 9103
Website: Visit Website
