“Curious about Solymár’s past?” Step inside the Dr. Jablonkay István Helytörténeti Gyűjtemény. It reveals the area’s history and culture.
This local history collection opened in 1972. It resides in a protected classicist peasant house. All items were donations from Solymár residents. In 1988, it expanded with part of Valkó Arisztid’s archeological collection.
Dr. Jablonkay István cared for the collection for 28 years. He worked there until his death in 2000. In 2003, the institution was renamed in his honor. This showed respect for his dedication and expertise.
The Dr. Jablonkay István Helytörténeti Gyűjtemény has four rooms. Each room holds permanent exhibits. The first room displays geological and archaeological finds. The cellar has a stone collection. It features Roman artifacts from Solymár. The second room showcases Solymár’s Swabian culture. See photos and folk costumes. Discover everyday objects.
The third room recreates a local general store. The fourth room presents a Solymár Secession pharmacy.
In the courtyard, see old carved tombstones. In the shed, discover old farm tools and equipment.
Solymár had no serious historical research before the 1960s. In 1966, local researchers found the oldest document mentioning Solymár. It dated from 1266. The town celebrated its 700th anniversary. People wanted a permanent place to show the historical materials. The local council agreed to restore an old farmhouse. It then became the museum. Dr. Jablonkay István was appointed to lead the collection.
The Dr. Jablonkay István Helytörténeti Gyűjtemény opened on August 19, 1972. It was initially named Pilisvölgye Helytörténeti Gyűjtemény. Only three rooms were open at first.
Valkó Arisztid also had a local history collection. It was in his home. After his death in 1988, most of his collection went to the official museum.
The Dr. Jablonkay István Helytörténeti Gyűjtemény displays interesting items. The first room showcases János Milbich’s barber shop. The second room depicts the lives of 18th and 19th century Swabians. There is a painting made for the Solymár church. A miniature model shows a Solymár peasant house. The third room displays a Solymár general store. The fourth room recreates a pharmacy. The yard features a Roman sarcophagus. See old tombstones. The cellar exhibits Solymár’s archeological past.
Visiting the Dr. Jablonkay István Helytörténeti Gyűjtemény, you touch Solymár’s soul. It honors those who shaped its identity. This place preserves stories for generations to come.