Belarusian State Museum of Folk Architecture and Life

The museum spans 151 acres of land containing transported wooden structures from various Belarusian regions, including houses, churches, mills, and agricultural buildings.

The initial concept for this museum emerged in 1908 through Ferdynand Ruszczyc's proposal, but World War I and II delayed its establishment until December 1976.

Traditional artisans demonstrate historical craft techniques such as weaving, pottery making, and woodworking, maintaining the knowledge of rural Belarusian practices.

Located 4 kilometers from Minsk's outer ring road, the museum operates Wednesday through Sunday from 11:00 to 19:00, with guided tours in multiple languages.

The museum maintains a collection of functioning windmills that still process grain using traditional mechanical systems from different historical periods.

Location: Shchomyslitsa rural council

Inception: December 9, 1976

Opening Hours: Mercredi-Dimanche 11:00-19:00

Phone: +375172905913;+375296978901

Website: http://etna.by

GPS coordinates: 53.83333,27.37417

Latest update: June 2, 2025 14:01