Muzey Horyunsʹkoyi Kulʹtury
About This Museum
People don't just stumble upon Nova Sloboda; they make the journey here for a single, powerful reason—to step directly into the world of the Horyuns, an ethnic group with a story as resilient as the Ukrainian spirit itself. This isn't a museum where you quietly shuffle past glass cases; it's a living, breathing village where history feels immediate. You can wander from a rustic wooden house to a thatched-roof barn, each one meticulously preserved and filled with the tools and textiles of daily life from a bygone era. The air smells of old wood and dry grass, and for a moment, you can almost hear the echoes of the community that thrived here. It’s a profoundly moving experience that connects you to a unique cultural thread of Ukraine.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the place is its collection of traditional Horyun clothing, vibrant with intricate embroidery that tells its own story. Don't miss the fully-equipped blacksmith workshop or the humble peasant hut, complete with a massive clay oven that was clearly the center of home life.
Visitor Information
Since it's an open-air museum, definitely check the weather and wear comfy shoes for walking the grassy paths between buildings. It's located just outside Nova Sloboda in the Sumy region, and that near-perfect rating from visitors is absolutely earned.
Architecture & Building
The buildings are all classic Ukrainian folk architecture—think charming log cabins (khata) with pitched roofs, some topped with weathered thatch, all arranged to mimic an authentic historical settlement.
Contact & Location
Address: 41530, Новослобідська сільська громада, Конотопський район, Сумська область, Україна
Phone: +380 68 192 4771
Website: Visit Website
