Къща музей „Баба Тонка“, Historical house museum in Ruse, Bulgaria.

Baba Tonka House Museum is housed in a two-story building constructed in 1907–1908 for Nikola Obretenov, son of Tonka Obretenova. Its exhibition, opened in 1958, presents the Bulgarian National Revival in Ruse from the 18th to the 19th century. In the basement a cell from the Ruse prison is recreated, and among the exhibits is the preserved skull of voivode Stefan Karadzha.

The building itself dates from the early 20th century and reflects the architecture of that time. The museum is named after a woman who played an important role in the liberation movement against Ottoman rule.

The rooms show how women in Bulgaria lived and worked during the liberation struggle. The displayed items and photographs tell of their daily lives and courage during difficult times.

The museum is easy to find in the city and welcomes visitors daily with guided tours to help you understand the history. It is helpful to check beforehand which language the tours are offered in.

The facade features handcrafted details from the early 1900s that you will not find in modern houses. Inside you can see how the rooms and their decoration match the living standards of that period.