Múzeum špeciálneho školstva v Levoči
Interactive museum in Levoča on the history of special education and the lives of people with visual, hearing, physical and intellectual disabilities; tours with a guide.
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About the museum
The Múzeum špeciálneho školstva is a specialised museum with nationwide scope, which documents the history of special education, special pedagogy and the education of pupils with health disabilities. It maps mainly four basic areas: visual, hearing, physical and intellectual disability. Since 1 January 2014 it has belonged to the Centre of Scientific and Technical Information of the SR in Bratislava, and since 26 February 2014 it has been entered in the Register of Museums and Galleries of the Slovak Republic.
The permanent exhibition underwent a complete reinstallation in 2015–2017. Over four floors it offers interactive elements, replicas of rare exhibits and the opportunity to get to know the needs and lives of blind and deaf people in an experiential way. It is divided into four sections: History, Library and Reading Room, Teaching Aids and Human Senses.
The tour always takes place with a guide, lasts about 45 minutes and is intended for visitors of all ages; there are also two rest zones in the museum where a documentary film can be watched. The museum also includes a depository, an archive, exhibition spaces and a multifunctional space.
Highlights
- Interactive permanent exhibition on four floors
- Replicas of rare exhibits and experiential elements on the lives of blind and deaf people
- Collections of teaching aids for pupils with health disabilities
- Library and reading room on special education
- Tours always with a guide
Permanent exhibition
- Stála expozícia špeciálneho školstva – Interactive exhibition on four floors in the sections History, Library and Reading Room, Teaching Aids and Human Senses.
- Operated by
- Centrum vedecko-technických informácií SR
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €7 |
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| Reduced | €5pupils and students (individual visitors) |
| Children & teens | €1free up to age 3 · Children aged 4 to 6 pay €1 (in an organised school group €0.50); children under 3 enter free. |
| Seniors | €3 |
| Visitors with disabilities | freeHolders of a ŤZP and ŤZP/S card enter free; the companion of a person with ŤZP/S pays €1. |
| Students & apprentices | €5Pupils and students in an organised school group pay €2. |
| Groups | €2 per personPupils and students in an organised school group €2; a teacher accompanying a school group enters free. |
| Screening of short documentary films | €1 |
| Day educational project or workshop (five-day) | €140 |
| Short-term exhibitions and discussions – adults | €3Pupil and student €2, senior €1. |
The prices given apply to the tour of the permanent exhibition, the educational and experiential programmes and workshops. Discounts: holders of an ITIC card 15%; a regional discount for the districts of Levoča and Spišská Nová Ves 25%; holders of the gold and diamond Jánska plaketa and of the Kňazovický medal 50%. Photography and camera use are free. Payment is possible by card, mobile phone, smartwatch or cash.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The exhibition makes it possible to get to know the life of blind and deaf people in an experiential way; it is also intended for visitors with disabilities.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 3 |
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- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
The exhibition is suitable for younger and older visitors, schools and families with children; the museum offers the programmes Učíme sa v múzeu (We Learn in the Museum) and workshops.
Getting there & parking
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 45 min |
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| School programs | yes |
| Photography | Photography and the use of a camera are free. |
| Good to know | The tour of the permanent exhibition always takes place with a guide (about 45 minutes). Children and young people under 15 may visit the exhibition only accompanied by an adult. Groups of more than 10 visitors are recommended to book in advance. |
