Wilno Belarusian Museum, Belarusian heritage museum in Vilnius, Lithuania.
The Wilno Belarusian Museum is a collection of heritage items in Vilnius focused on ethnographic objects, artworks, and traditional crafts. The institution also maintains numismatic collections and hosts concerts and educational activities throughout the year.
The institution was established in 1921 to preserve Belarusian traditions. Its operations were interrupted after the Second World War due to shifting political circumstances in the region.
The collections feature Belarusian artistic traditions and handcrafted objects that reflect daily life in the region. These works show how creative practices have shaped cultural connections between Belarus and Lithuania.
The museum is centrally located and easily accessible on foot, with clear signage at the entrance. Visitors should allow adequate time to explore the different exhibition areas at a comfortable pace.
The collection includes rare printed materials from early Belarusian publications, representing an important part of the region's literary history. These documents connect the evolution of printing with the preservation of cultural identity across centuries.
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