The National Museum of Folk Art of the Hutsuls and Pokuttya
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The National Museum of Folk Art of the Hutsuls and Pokuttya named after Josaphat Kobrynsky, founded in 1926. The museum's collection, which includes over 50,000 exhibits, covers all types of traditional folk art of the Hutsuls and Pokuttya from the 17th century to the present day. Some exhibits date back to the 4th millennium BC.
The museum has a rich history, having gone through oppression by the Polish and Soviet authorities. Despite numerous difficulties, thanks to the efforts of figures, in particular Volodymyr Kobrynsky, it was possible to preserve a significant part of the collection. Today, the museum's exposition occupies 18 halls and presents artistic woodworking, metalworking, pottery, weaving, embroidery and other types of art, reflecting the development and stylistic features of folk art.
Special attention is paid to exhibition activities: 8–12 exhibitions are organized annually, in particular a permanent exhibition of sacred art and traditional furniture of the Carpathians.
The museum is an important scientific and educational center, hosting festivals, conferences, restoration work, as well as creating films and publishing products. Its mission is to preserve folk culture as part of the world heritage.