National Museum of Hutsulshchyna and Pokuttya Folk Art, Folk art museum in Kolomyia, Ukraine.
The National Museum of Hutsulshchyna and Pokuttya Folk Art holds large collections of textiles, ceramics, and woodwork from two neighboring regions. The museum operates multiple branches, including a specialized facility dedicated to a specific traditional craft form.
The museum was founded in 1926 based on collections gathered starting in 1892, and opened in 1934 in a former community building. The location reflects a long commitment to preserving regional crafts for future generations.
The collections feature traditional crafts from the Hutsul region such as decorated stove tiles, carved wooden tools, and furniture that local artisans still make using the same methods today. These objects remain central to how people in the region express their cultural identity and maintain their heritage.
The museum is located in Kolomyia and spread across multiple locations, each showcasing different aspects of regional crafts. Plan for several visits if you want to explore all the collections.
One of the branch locations specializes in the collection and display of pysankas, intricately painted eggs that are made during a specific time of year in the region. This branch holds thousands of examples from different local traditions and time periods.
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