Valley of Arts National Museum Welcomes Visitors with Festival Programs
The Hungarian National Museum is gearing up to kick off the festival season in the Valley of Arts with some unique exhibitions. Scheduled to take place between July 19 and 28, the event will be spread across three venues.
According to Gábor Zsigmond, the director general of the museum, festival-goers can look forward to exploring the current temporary exhibitions, namely the “Hungarian Bride” and “Gardener/Copies.” Additionally, visitors will have the opportunity to delve into the museum’s ten most intriguing treasures, participate in captivating archaeological walks, and engage in family-friendly programs.
One of the standout exhibitions marking the 130th anniversary of the birth of renowned photographer André Kertész is titled “Gardener/Copies.” Located at the Cirque du Tókert site in Vigántpetend, this exhibition will showcase never-before-seen works from Kertész’s collection, offering a glimpse into the early stages of his illustrious career. Curator Éva Fisli, a historian, will also be leading a guided tour of the exhibition on the evening of July 20.
Another must-see temporary exhibition, the “Hungarian Bride,” will be on display in Kapolcs, focusing on the historical and cultural significance of women and marriages dating back 500 years.
In addition to the exhibitions, the museum will be presenting its “TOP10” objects, providing visitors with insights into the everyday life of past inhabitants of the Carpathian Basin. A mini exhibition of artifacts will be set up in the Petőfi Courtyard, offering a glimpse into the rich history and cultural heritage of the Hungarian nation.
For those interested in delving deeper into history, archaeological tours of the Pauline monastery in Taliándörögd will be conducted on July 27 and 28. Led by Attila Papp, a researcher at the museum’s Department of Archaeology, the tours will cover 15 kilometers, tracing 4,000 years of history in the forests of Som Hill.
Family programs are also on the agenda on July 20, 21, 27, and 28 at the museum’s stand in the Petőfi Courtyard.
With a diverse array of exhibitions, tours, and programs lined up, the Hungarian National Museum’s festival season promises to be a captivating and enriching experience for all attendees.
