Museum of Folk Architecture / Open-air Museum next to the Ľubovňa Castle
Museum of Folk Architecture / Open-air Museum next to the Ľubovňa Castle

Summary/Abstract: The goal of the construction of the Museum of Folk Architecture in Stará Ľubovňa was to document the material and spiritual culture of Slovaks, Spiš Germans, Ruthenians, Gorals, Jews and Roma who lived here side by side for centuries and created cultural values of this region. The dominant feature of the exhibition is a national cultural monument — the Byz-antine Rite Catholic Church of Matysová from 1833. Houses from the period (1900-1935) with furnished interiors show the way of life, daily activities, celebrations of important annual and family holidays. Agricultural and industrial buildings showcase exhibits related to their original use. During the summer season the museum complex holds events present-ing customs, traditional activities, crafts and folklore. Thanks to its location right next to the medieval Ľubovňa Castle and unobstructed view of the High Tatras, the exposition presents a unique site in Slovakia.

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