Kosovelova domačija

About the museum

In the village of Tomaj on the Karst stands the Kosovel family farmstead, where the poet Srečko Kosovel (1904–1926) spent the last period of his life and died. The farmstead is listed in the register of cultural heritage as a cultural monument of local importance. It is managed by the Kosovel Library Sežana (Kosovelova knjižnica Sežana), and the Goriški muzej (Gorizia Museum) oversees the collection.

Within the KONS-DOM project, led by the Municipality of Sežana, the farmstead was comprehensively renovated: the house was structurally reinforced, the façades, interior and garden were restored, and a new entrance with a reception centre and a shop was created. The farmstead consists of three buildings linked by the garden.

In the renovated rooms visitors learn about the everyday life, relationships, creativity and social commitment of the Kosovel family; the stories of individual family members are also told with the help of modern technologies. The farmstead is linked by the Kosovel Trail to the Kosovel Room in Sežana, where the poet was born.

Highlights

• Museum display on the Kosovel family and everyday life on a Karst farmstead
• Stories of family members with digital content
• Kosovel Trail to the Kosovel Room in Sežana
• Garden and renovated entrance with a shop

Permanent exhibition

• Kosovelova domačija – muzejska razstava – Guided exhibition on the Kosovel family, their everyday life, creativity and connection with the environment, with interpretations of the stories of family members.

Operated by

Kosovelova knjižnica Sežana

Admission & discounts

Prices apply to a guided tour of the exhibition (per person).

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 renovation project named better physical and digital accessibility for all user groups among its aims; details of access are not published.

Kids & families

• Family tours & workshops

Family guided tours are available (2 adults, up to 3 children).

Getting there & parking

The farmstead is in the village of Tomaj (postal area Dutovlje).

Amenities & dining

• Museum shop

After the renovation the farmstead has a reception centre with a small shop and visitor toilets.

Events & venue rental

The farmstead is intended for cultural events, workshops and educational programmes.

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