Litterra

About the museum

Litterra was created in Revúca in the historic building of the First Slovak Grammar School (Prvé slovenské gymnázium), a national cultural monument. The building was erected from collections and donations at a time when the original school had become too cramped for its pupils. Later the First Slovak Literary Grammar School operated here, focusing on literary creation and journalism; after a time the building stood empty.

From the idea of using its atmosphere a cultural and educational centre was born. The original building received a modern extension, which serves as the main entrance and presents itself as a place full of contrasts: a historic façade, contemporary architecture and advanced presentation technologies. It is run by the non-profit organisation Litterra, n. o.

The permanent exhibition Múzeum príbehov, written as Múze/um, follows how stories were told, recorded and preserved across generations: from oral tradition through the first books to the digital novel. Unlike classic museums, the exhibits can be touched and visitors can take part in creating a story. In the attic pavilion Hviezdoveda visitors set off on a journey through space, and at the start of the exhibition a pavilion is devoted to sound and the spoken word.

Highlights

• Interactive exhibition Múzeum príbehov (Museum of Stories), from oral tradition to the digital novel
• Sound pavilion and attic pavilion Hviezdoveda
• Exhibits that visitors may touch and should try out
• Historic building of the First Slovak Grammar School with a modern extension
• Litterra Caffé and gift shop

Permanent exhibitions

• Múzeum príbehov – Interactive exhibition on how stories were told, recorded and preserved: from oral tradition through the first books to the digital novel.
• Hviezdoveda – Attic pavilion in which visitors set off on a journey through space.

Operated by

Litterra, n. o.

Admission & discounts

A regional discount of 20% applies upon presentation of an identity card, and the same discount applies to holders of the cultural visitor card (preukaz kultúrneho návštevníka). Holders of an ICOM or ZMS card, journalists, and holders of the gold Jánsky plaque and the Kňazovický medal enter free; holders of the bronze and silver Jánsky plaque pay €5. Discounts cannot be combined. The price list applies from 1 January 2025.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Accessible restroom
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The exhibition spaces are step-free and a lift runs between the floors; there is a step-free toilet in the entrance hall. Visitors can move around the grounds with a wheelchair or a pushchair. Guide dogs may enter the interior; other dogs remain in the front garden.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Hands-on stations
• Stroller-friendly
• Baby changing facilities

The exhibits may be touched and tried out. There is a family ticket and a membership card for families; schools have creative programmes. The changing table is in the step-free toilet, and pushchairs can be parked in the corridor by the toilets.

Getting there & parking

The main entrance for visitors is through the modern extension, from the footpath between Železničná and Hviezdoslavova streets.

Amenities & dining

• Café
• Museum shop
• Lockers

At the entrance is the Litterra Caffé café and gift shop. Personal belongings can be stored in lockable lockers in the entrance hall (loss of a key costs €50).

Events & venue rental

The museum hasn’t published any information on this.

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