County Museum of Ethnography and Folklore — Attraction in Baia Mare

A remarkable destination that offers a captivating journey into the rich culture and traditions of Maramureș. Nestled in a picturesque setting, the open-air museum beautifully blends nature with traditional architecture, providing visitors with an authentic and enchanting experience.One of the museum's standout features is its impressive collection of traditional Maramureș houses, each carefully restored to preserve the original details. These structures offer a glimpse into the past, showcasing how people lived centuries ago. Visitors can explore the interiors, furnished with traditional furniture, tools, and household items, all meticulously displayed to transport you back in time.What truly sets this museum apart is its commitment to maintaining authenticity and respecting local folclore. The museum doesn’t just display artifacts; it breathes life into them through a variety of interactive activities and cultural events. From traditional craft workshops to vibrant folklore festivals, the museum ensures that local customs are not only preserved but actively celebrated. This dedication to authenticity provides visitors with a deep, immersive understanding of the Maramureș way of life.The tranquil atmosphere and the museum's genuine respect for tradition make it a perfect destination for those seeking to explore the beauty and heritage of Maramureș. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or a family looking for an educational outing, the Ethnographic Museum in Baia Mare offers a rich, rewarding experience that honors the region’s...

A lot of potential. There's a parking lot...great objects and buildings but hardly explanation. As guide would be really great and I hope in future the houses in the higher parts are renovated. There are nice artisan house which are not accessible unfortunately. (e.g. Blacksmith). Very peaceful. With kids it's ok to do a few houses but it asks some creativity to keep them doing the whole parc as it's a lot 'more of the same'. (Suggestion: make a simple quest on paper or even just a drawing to colour to let the kids have more fun and attention for specific objects) Make it to the higher parts as there are 2 schools and a barrel makery and a beautiful wooden gate from 1933. Lots of apple and pear trees (suggestion: make compote from the fruit in stead of leaving them rotting in the grass and sell it as souvenir!) It would be a great to see live enacting event here and artisans making e.g. pottery or weaving....(suggestion: organise workshops with those old technics for kids and interested adults!). Also: the free playground across the museum in the public parc is really the best I have seen in West-Romania, highly...

Stretching on the hills bordering the city of Baia Mare to the north, the Village Museum, together with the Ethnographic Museum, represent a temporal bridge connecting the city today with a past that still seems present... The transition is actually imperceptible. On the hill, the concrete city gradually gives way to a wooden landscape and, at the same time, integrated into it - as if growing naturally in the wild - old wooden buildings that come to life again in the museum. Farther up, there is only the forest, and beyond it, the sky, which...