Ethnographic Museum in Wrocław

Museum in Wrocław

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The Ethnographic Museum in Wrocław, located at ul. Traugutta 111/113, offers a rich and immersive look into the folk culture and everyday life of the diverse communities that have lived in Lower Silesia and surrounding regions. Housed in a former royal palace complex, the museum forms part of the National Museum in Wrocław and focuses on the traditions, customs, and material culture of Poles, Germans, Jews, Ukrainians, and other ethnic groups who shaped the region’s history. Its exhibitions span from traditional crafts and tools to religious practices, festivals, and household interiors, creating a vivid picture of rural life across the centuries.

The museum features carefully curated displays, including reconstructed rooms, seasonal folk art, and detailed explanations of rituals associated with events like weddings, Easter, and harvest celebrations. A special emphasis is placed on how these traditions adapted over time—particularly following World War II, when large-scale population movements reshaped Silesia’s cultural landscape. Through both permanent and temporary exhibitions, the museum preserves not only objects, but also the intangible heritage of the region, such as stories, songs, and community customs.

The Ethnographic Museum in Wrocław appears in our Complete Guide to Visiting Wrocław!

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