Time travel to 1862!

On 18 May 2025, visitors to the Museum of Ethnography will have the chance to embark on a unique journey through time. The event day for the exhibition Hungary in Colour – Hidden Photographs from 1862 focuses on a series of folk costume photographs taken across Hungary’s historical regions and settlements, originally showcased at the 1862 International Exhibition in London.

What characterised Hungary at that time? What atmosphere defined this brief constitutional period? And how was it even possible that, as part of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy, the Hungarian people were able to represent themselves at the London World Exhibition?

On 18 May, there will be an excellent opportunity to delve into these questions. In addition to curator-led tours of Hungary in Colour, the museum will offer interactive educational games, workshops, and further themed guided tours for adults. Children can look forward to traditional citera music and a puppet performance by the Barboncás Troupe.

Please note that all programmes will be conducted in Hungarian.
 

Important Information:

• A single ticket type will be available on this day, priced at 2,500 HUF. This ticket grants access to all exhibitions as well as all event programmes, offering a full-day experience.
• As this ticket is considered an event pass, standard discounts (for students, pensioners, teachers, disabled visitors, etc.) do not apply. The Ethnoshop discount is also unavailable.
• Children under 3 may attend for free.
• Tickets can be purchased and collected at the museum entrances, where they will also be checked. Free movement through the building will not be possible on this day. Thank you for your understanding!
• The exhibitions and shops close at 6 PM.