Muzeum Etnograficzne, Ethnographic museum in Poznań, Poland.
Muzeum Etnograficzne in Poznań is a museum housing around 40,000 objects that represent the daily life, traditions, and customs of various ethnic groups across Poland and neighboring regions. The collection includes tools, clothing, furniture, and ritual objects from different periods and communities.
The institution began as a section of the National Museum and grew its collection of regional artifacts, tools, and traditional garments throughout the 20th century. This growth reflects increasing interest in how different cultures shaped their material world.
The museum displays folk crafts, traditional clothing, and household items that show how different communities lived and worked. These objects reveal everyday practices and skills that people passed down through their families over time.
The museum is located in central Poznań and offers guided tours for visitors who want to learn more about the collections. Research archives are available for those interested in deeper study.
The building itself dates from the early 1900s and preserves characteristic architectural features from that era. This historic setting adds another layer to understanding how people once lived and arranged their spaces.
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