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Wooden City Architecture Museum

Wooden City Architecture Museum
About

The Wooden City Architecture Museum in Vilnius celebrates the rich legacy of urban wooden architecture through a unique blend of heritage preservation and contemporary engagement. Located in a restored 19th-century house at Polocko Street 52 in Užupis, the museum itself is a central exhibit, showcasing intricate carvings, original wall polychromy, and authentic structural elements. Founded in 2019 and reopened in 2022 after extensive restoration, it highlights sustainable building practices and traditional craftsmanship. Exhibitions explore the past, present, and future of wooden architecture, featuring works by local artists and students from the Vilnius Academy of Arts. The museum also serves as a consultation centre, offering resources and expert advice to residents on maintaining historic wooden homes. With its tactile, sensory displays and commitment to ecological design, the museum invites visitors to experience wooden architecture not just as history, but as a living, evolving part of the city’s identity.

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Location

The Wooden City Architecture Museum in Vilnius is located at Polocko Street 52 in the Užupis district. Housed in a beautifully restored 19th-century wooden house, the museum offers a unique insight into Vilnius’s wooden architectural heritage, showcasing traditional construction techniques, architectural details, and the cultural significance of wooden urban buildings. The house itself is a major exhibit, preserved with original decorations and materials, and the museum features interactive exhibits, workshops, and a consultation center to support the preservation of wooden structures in the city. Užupis, the surrounding neighborhood, is known for its bohemian atmosphere, artistic community, and historic charm. Nearby, visitors can enjoy walking through the picturesque streets with other wooden houses, visit galleries, cafes, and explore the vibrant contemporary culture that complements this historic area.

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