Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

Ethnographic museum · Hanoi ·

Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

Ethnographic museum · Hanoi ·

Museum showcasing Vietnam's 54 ethnic groups, house replicas

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Đ. Nguyễn Văn Huyên, Quan Hoa, Cầu Giấy, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam Get directions

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"Anthropologists will especially enjoy the Museum of Ethnology that explores the 54 officially recognized ethnic peoples of Vietnam. Exhibits include a brief primer on each group and information about their folkways; in the museum’s 10 acres of grounds, there are additionally replicas of dwellings that visitors can enter. For those with an interest in textiles, the varied designs and techniques of Vietnam’s different ethnicities will be fascinating. There are also water-puppetry performances on weekends."

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Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

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"Learn More About Vietnam's Ethnic Tapestry at One of Hanoi's Best Museums Showcasing the heritage of Vietnam's 54 ethnic groups, this museum has an indoor exhibition space with a large collection of photographs and artifacts including clothing, jewelry, tools, military equipment, and items related to religious beliefs and traditional ceremonies."

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Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

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"An ethnographic museum that recreates traditional communal houses and offers immersive cultural experiences—such as tea service and sticky sweets—while presenting the customs and material culture of the country’s 54 ethnic groups." - SilverKris

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Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

Kerry T.

Google

This is such a great museum! They have a lovely but not overwhelming selection of artefacts that showcases Vietnam's ethnic groups and a separate building that houses thoughtfully selected pieces that showcases Southeast Asia and East Asia history and culture. The display texts were well-researched, well-written and the translation was good (not sure about the French text but the English text were). There is even a small gallery that showcased traditional handmade toys and showed an attempt to preserve that. Overall, the museum shows a lot of thought and effort that went into the research and display of items.

Rob

Google

Vietnam Museum of Ethnology is a very interesting and well organised museum that shows the cultures of Vietnam’s many ethnic groups. The indoor exhibits are informative, and the outdoor traditional houses are a highlight. Easy to walk around, educational, and worth visiting in Hanoi.

Google

This museum about the ethnologies of Vietnam is very interesting, giving you an insight on the many ethnic groups and how they lives. The best parts are the houses you can enter, including that massive one, where I sat and it was so peaceful. There was also a temporary exhibition about the mid-autumn festival inside. Definitely recommend if you are in Hanoi.

Francis H.

Google

Really interesting museum full of beautiful clothes, objects and items from Vietnam's many ethnic groups. Labels in English and french as well as Vietnamese were clear and informative and the exhibits very well laid out. The highlight is the garden full of indigenous houses and buildings. Well worth the trip out from the centre!

L. S.

Google

Very interesting museum about the different ethnologies of Vietnam. The highlights are the little villages and houses which you can enter. You'll get an impression about the way of living and the culture. There was also a special (temporar?) exhibition about the mid-autumn festival inside the building. Highly recommend to visit if you are in Hanoi.

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Google

Very cool museum showcasing rich history with many unique exhibits The museum has 2 stories Signs are in both English and Vietnamese, quite a number of tour groups come here It is a bit far from the old quarters so taking a taxi is necessary

Somia

Google

Museum was a nice place to learn about Vietnamese people and cultural background (the different ethnicities in Vietnam). The outdoor area was a fantastic place to do photoshoots and truly see the olden homes of people. Would recommend dressing up for the part or even in traditional clothing.

Gilbert C

Google

Great museum, overall experience took about 2.5-3 hours at a leisurely pace + reading most of the exhibits. Worth the entry. Try to go early or later as to avoid the hordes of tour groups as to allow you space to immerse yourself in the history/culture of the multiple ethnicities that make up Vietnam.