Belarusian State Museum of Folk Architecture and Rural Lifestyle
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An open-air architecture museum on the outskirts of Minsk, where wooden houses, churches and windmills moved from across the country showcase Belarusian village life.
The museum lies on the banks of the Ptich River near the village of Strochitsy and covers about 150 hectares. Its zones are arranged by Belarus's different regions, with 19th- and 20th-century farmhouses, wooden churches, windmills, schools and taverns relocated here, and interiors that recreate scenes of village life. Folk performances and handicraft markets are often held in summer and on holidays. Admission is about 10 Belarusian rubles. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. About 15 kilometres from Minsk; reach it by car or taxi.
Opening hours
Wed–Sun 10:00–18:00 (earlier closing in winter)
Nearby sights
- Belarusian Great Patriotic War Museum
- Independence Square
- Church of Saints Simon and Helena (Red Church)
- Gates of Minsk
- Upper Town
- Holy Spirit Cathedral
- Zaslawye
- Trinity Suburb