The oldest museum of its kind in Poland, collects examples of Polish and international folk culture.
ul. Kredytowa 1 (map)The State Ethnographic Museum, founded in 1888, is the oldest museum of its kind in Poland.
The Museum collects examples of Polish and international folk culture, which number over 80,000 objects. Permanent exhibitions present the cultures of Africa, Oceania and America as well as some aspects of Polish culture such as rituals, customs and material culture. The Museum also organizes temporary thematic exhibitions and has an effective role in scientific publishing, research and promotional activities regarding culture.
Opening hours:
Tue., Wed., Thu. 10 am - 6 pm, Fri. 10 am - 4 pm, Sat. 10 am - 5 pm, Sun. noon - 5 pm
Admission:
regular - 12 PLN, reduced - 6 PLN, family ticket - 17 PLN, on Saturdays admission free