Museums & Exhibitions

Founded in 1895, the Buzău County Museum is the largest cultural institution in the region, housing over 57,000 artifacts related to archaeology, history, art, and ethnography, including a replica of the Pietroasele Treasure, making it a key site for exploring Buzău’s rich heritage.

The Amber Museum of Colți, Romania’s only museum dedicated to amber, showcases a unique collection of fossilized resin dating back 50-60 million years, including over 160 color variations and one of the largest amber specimens in the world; a must-visit site for geology and history enthusiasts.

GeoGate Sătuc is the visitor center of the Ținutul Buzăului Geopark, a UNESCO-listed geological and cultural treasure; using Augmented and Virtual Reality, it offers an interactive experience showcasing mud volcanoes, trovants, amber, and other natural wonders, making it a modern gateway to Romania’s unique landscapes.

Located in Pârscov, Buzău County, the Vasile Voiculescu Memorial House honors the renowned poet, playwright, and physician, showcasing his personal documents, manuscripts, and artifacts, offering visitors a glimpse into his literary legacy, rural life, and struggles under the communist regime.

Perched atop Tigoarea Hill, the Năeni Sculpture Camp is an open-air artistic hub, where young sculptors craft limestone works inspired by Dacian culture, set against a spectacular backdrop of the Carpathians and Bărăgan Plain; a unique blend of art, history, and breathtaking landscapes.

The Măgura Sculpture Camp, Romania’s largest open-air sculpture exhibition, features 256 monumental stone sculptures created between 1970-1985 by leading artists; set near Ciolanu Monastery, this 21-hectare cultural landmark blends art, history, and nature in a truly unique outdoor gallery.

The Dealu Istrița Visitor Center, located in Gura Sărății, Buzău County, offers an interactive educational experience about the impact of the Paratethys mega-lake, showcasing 12-million-year-old fossils, prehistoric reconstructions, and exhibits on salt, oil, and Monteoru culture, making it a unique geological and historical attraction.

The Time of Man Museum, inaugurated in 2015 in Mânzălești, is an ethnographic space that explores the deep bond between humanity and nature, featuring traditional tools, textiles, and symbols like the Tree of Life, offering visitors a rich cultural and emotional journey into Romanian rural heritage.

Opened in 2020 in Aluniș, Colți commune, the Aluniș Art Center is a cultural hub transforming a former school into a space for modern art, traditional crafts, and community events, offering exhibitions, workshops, concerts, and open-air cinema to promote local culture and rural tourism.

Located in Bisoca, Buzău County, Casa Zestrea Bisoceană is a cultural hub dedicated to preserving traditional crafts and rural heritage, offering permanent exhibitions, workshops, and a museum library, where visitors can immerse themselves in the life and traditions of the mountain peasant community.

Opened in 2018 in Bozioru, Buzău County, the Museum of Shapes is an interactive museum dedicated to trovants—unusual rock formations known as “living stones”—using Augmented Reality to bring their 12-million-year history to life, offering a unique blend of geology, mythology, and technology.

Opened in 2016 in Lopătari, Buzău County, the Museum of 7 Fairytale Places brings to life the myths and legends of Buzău Land, showcasing the Muddy Volcanoes, Living Fire, Trovants, and other mystical sites, offering visitors an immersive journey into local folklore and natural wonders.

Housed in a restored 19th-century hospital, the I.C. Brătianu Museum Center in Buzău explores the city’s medical and cultural history, featuring exhibits on early surgery, local medical pioneers, and fine art, making it a unique educational and historical landmark.

Built in the late 19th century by renowned architect Petre Antonescu, the Iorgu Antonescu House is a neo-Romanesque architectural gem, now serving as a cultural center and museum, preserving its historic charm, restored gardens, and hosting exhibitions on local heritage.