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Memorial House of J. N. Hummel

About

Nestled in a quiet courtyard near Klobučnícka Street, the Memorial House of J. N. Hummel in Bratislava celebrates the life and legacy of composer Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778–1837). Housed in a Renaissance garden building adjacent to his birthplace, the museum offers a glimpse into the musical culture of 18th-century Pressburg. The permanent exhibition features original musical instruments from Hummel’s estate, handwritten scores, and his death mask, all set within an intimate two-room layout. Visitors can explore the composer’s connections to Mozart, Haydn, and Beethoven, and experience the atmosphere of a space that breathes with history and melody. The building itself, with its Baroque relief and loggia staircase, adds architectural charm to the experience. Established in 1937 and updated over the decades, the museum remains a quiet tribute to one of Europe’s great musical talents, offering insight into Hummel’s artistic journey and his enduring ties to Bratislava.

Bratislava Slovakia

Location

The Memorial House of J. N. Hummel is located at Klobučnícka 2 in the historic center of Bratislava, nestled in a Renaissance garden house behind the Hummel Music shop. This charming 17th-century building, surrounded by a Neo-Baroque apartment complex from 1910, was once near the birthplace of the renowned composer Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778–1837). The museum's exhibition honors his legacy with displays of musical instruments from his estate, original manuscripts, paintings, and personal items. Noteworthy exhibits include a valuable Erard piano and spinets associated with Hummel's early training with Mozart. The façade features a Baroque relief depicting the Coronation of the Virgin Mary from the mid-18th century, originally from Hummel’s home. The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday and is situated near Bratislava's city center landmarks such as the Primate's Palace and the Tourist Information Centre. This intimate museum offers visitors a glimpse into the life of one of Europe’s greatest composers within the atmospheric context of Bratislava’s rich cultural heritage and urban fabric.