Plečnikova hiša

About the museum

The architect Jože Plečnik (1872–1957) lived and worked in the Plečnik House in Trnovo from 1921 until his death. Here his vision of Ljubljana as a capital modelled on ancient cities took shape. Plečnik left his mark on three European capitals: Vienna, Prague and, above all, his native Ljubljana.

The house consists of two old houses on Karunova ulica, which Plečnik joined with a cylindrical extension and a winter garden. The winter garden adjoins a spacious garden behind the house. The residence has been preserved with the original furnishings and objects as the architect left them, and it is one of the few artists' homes in the world that have been preserved so well.

After its renovation in 2013–2015 the house was fully open to the public for the first time. Today it is run by the Muzej in galerije mesta Ljubljane. Besides the residence, visitors can see the permanent exhibition Plečnik with models, plans, a model of Plečnik's Ljubljana and the architect's personal objects, temporary exhibitions of contemporary artists, the museum shop and a study centre.

Highlights

• Originally preserved Plečnik residence with its furnishings
• Permanent exhibition Plečnik with models, plans and a model of Plečnik's Ljubljana
• Guided tours every full hour (up to 7 people)
• Winter garden and the garden behind the house
• Family guide Arhitektura je avantura for children aged 6 to 11

Permanent exhibitions

• Plečnik – Permanent exhibition on the life and work of the architect Jože Plečnik, with original models, plans, a model of Plečnik's Ljubljana and personal objects.
• Plečnikovo domovanje – The originally preserved residence with its furnishings and objects as the architect left them; visits are possible only with a guided tour.

Operated by

Muzej in galerije mesta Ljubljane (MGML)

Admission & discounts

Free admission: Open-door days: 8 February, 18 May, the Summer Museum Night (third Saturday in June) and 3 December (with prior registration).

The ticket price includes a visit to the permanent and temporary exhibitions and a guided tour of the Plečnik House. Free admission for members of ICOM, SMD and journalists. Online purchase of tickets with a reserved time slot is recommended.

Accessibility

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Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
• Hands-on stations
• Kids’ birthday parties

For families the house has interactive stations and the printed guide Arhitektura je avantura (for children aged 6 to 11); family guided tours with workshops are offered from time to time.

Getting there & parking

The house stands in Trnovo, in the district of Krakovo.

Amenities & dining

• Museum shop

Museum shop.

Events & venue rental

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