Domačija Mirko
About This Museum
People don't come to Domačija Mirko for grand, silent halls, but for a living, breathing piece of Slovenian soul. It feels less like a museum and more like stepping directly into the past, where every worn wooden tool and hand-stitched textile has a story to tell. You can almost hear the echoes of daily life from generations ago in the cozy, low-ceilinged rooms. The experience is intimate and deeply personal, leaving you with a profound sense of connection to this specific corner of the Karst.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the place is its collection of agrarian life—think hefty wooden plows and weathered carts that actually worked this land. Don't miss the beautifully preserved traditional costumes, their intricate embroidery a testament to patient craftsmanship. The rustic kitchen, complete with a vast hearth and blackened cookware, feels as if the family has just stepped out for a moment.
Visitor Information
You'll find it in Nova vas near Miren; it's the kind of place you discover by intention rather than by accident. Given its high praise from visitors, it's wise to check ahead for opening times as these family-run gems often operate on their own charming schedule.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is a classic Karst homestead, all sturdy local stone and rustic timber beams under a sloping terracotta-tiled roof. It sits comfortably in the landscape as if it grew there naturally, its design perfectly adapted to the rhythms of rural life.
Contact & Location
Address: Domačija Mirko, 10, Miren, Nova vas, Miren-Kostanjevica, 5291, Slovenija
Phone: +386 40 220 409
Website: Visit Website
