Museum of the Slovak Village
About This Museum
Did you know this isn't a village that simply aged in place? The entire thing was meticulously moved here, piece by piece. Wandering its leafy paths feels like stepping through a living storybook of 19th and early 20th-century Slovak life. You'll encounter everything from humble shepherd's huts to the striking wooden belfry of a Carpathian Orthodox church. It’s the immersive detail—the smell of woodsmoke, the chickens pecking in a yard—that truly brings history to life.
Collection Highlights
Look for the water-driven hammer mill, a fascinating piece of industrial ingenuity, and the beautifully painted interior of the Roman Catholic church from Zábrež. The collection of rustic farmsteads, each representing a different Slovak region, shows the beautiful diversity of folk architecture.
Visitor Information
The museum is open from spring through autumn, and I'd really recommend joining one of their guided tours—the stories behind the buildings are half the magic. Just remember to wear comfortable shoes; you'll be doing a lot of walking on those charming, unpaved village lanes.
Architecture & Building
The museum is an authentic assemblage of over 150 original historical structures, primarily built from timber in various traditional folk styles. These include log cabins with thatched or wooden shingle roofs, a stunning shingled Orthodox church tower, and elegant manor houses showcasing regional craftsmanship.
Contact & Location
Address: 036 01, Podháj-Stráne, Martin, okres Martin, Žilinský kraj, Stredné Slovensko, Slovensko
Phone: +421 43245 81 16
Website: Visit Website
