Veselý Kopec

Explore Open-Air Museum Veselý Kopec – A Glimpse into Village History

Overview

Discover the charm of rural life at Veselý Kopec, the only outdoor museum in the Pardubice Region managed by the Vysočina Nature Museum. Nestled between the Iron Mountains and the Žďár Hills, this museum offers a rich display of historical buildings and technical monuments amidst stunning natural scenery.

Historical Heritage and Exhibits

Rural Architecture and Farm Life Veselý Kopec showcases nearly 30 buildings, creating a village settlement that reflects the daily life of small farmers from the early 19th to mid-20th centuries. Explore traditional farmhouses, barns, and village structures like stables and pigsties that illustrate rural Czech life across generations.

Technical Monuments Experience the ingenuity of folk technology with water-driven mills and other technical monuments. Highlights include the restored water grain mill, originally from the Weselokopec mill foundation, and a collection of agricultural equipment from historical puppeteers’ caravans.

Cultural Exhibitions and Events

Local Traditions and Events Immerse yourself in cultural traditions with regular events such as fairs, markets, and demonstrations of traditional crafts. Witness the craftsmanship of yesteryears through exhibits like dryers, a bleacher, an apiary, and a historic belfry.

Special Exhibitions From September 16, 2023, visit the newly opened permanent exhibition on flax processing in the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands at the reconstructed Pilný Manor No. 4. Learn about the region’s historical significance in linen production through interactive displays and artifacts.

Accessibility and Visitor Information

Accessibility Features Veselý Kopec offers partially accessible paths with compacted surfaces suitable for wheelchair users. While some areas have stairs, efforts are ongoing to improve accessibility, including a future wooden barn exhibit planned from Bor u Skutče.

Special Services Starting April 2024, the museum will offer guided tours in sign language upon request. Contact Matěj Černý at matej.cerny@nmvp.cz for details and reservations.

Visitor Information

Location: Tračná 350, 539 01 Hlinsko
Contact: Tel. +420 469 326 415, Email: muzeumvysocina@nmvp.cz
Website: Vysočina Nature Museum
GPS Coordinates: 49.761387, 15.837601

Plan Your Visit

Opening Hours

• April: Closed Mondays; Tues-Sun: 09:00 – 16:00
• May – June: Closed Mondays; Tues-Sun: 09:00 – 17:00
• July – August: Closed Mondays; Tues-Sun: 09:00 – 18:00
• September – October: Closed Mondays; Tues-Sun: 09:00 – 17:00
• November – December: Open daily: 09:00 – 16:00

Admission Prices

• Adults: 150 CZK
• Reduced (students, seniors): 120 CZK
• Family: 280 CZK

Experience the rich cultural and historical tapestry of Veselý Kopec, where authenticity meets rural charm in the heart of the Pardubice Region’s scenic landscape.