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Slovene Ethnographic Museum
Museum4.5 · 1 0574.4 · 114≈ 1 h 30 minEntry: ~8 €901 m from the center
The Slovene Ethnographic Museum in Ljubljana's Metelkova quarter is the country's central treasury of cultural heritage. Founded in 1923, it reveals traditional Slovene daily life, craftsmanship, and folklore, showcasing painted beehive panels, vibrant Kurenti carnival costumes, and historic woodwork, alongside remarkable non-European ethnological artefacts brought by Slovene explorers.
Highlights
- Historic painted beehive panels featuring folk motifs
- Shaggy carnival costumes and bells of the ritual Kurenti
- Non-European ethnological treasures from Asia, Africa, and the Americas
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Wed | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Thu | 10:00 – 20:00 |
| Fri | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Sat | 10:00 – 18:00 |
| Sun | 10:00 – 18:00 |
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