Országos Múzeumi Restaurálási és Raktározási Központ

Hidden beneath Budapest, a treasure trove awaits. The Országos Múzeumi Restaurálási és Raktározási Központ (OMRRK), or National Museum Restoration and Storage Centre, isn’t just a storage facility. It’s a time capsule, preserving echoes of ancient Greece, whispers of medieval cathedrals, and the grandeur of Renaissance Italy. The OMRRK, completed in 2019, houses a vast collection of plaster casts, once forgotten but now brought to light. These aren’t mere copies. They’re a testament to the 19th-century passion for making art accessible to all. Imagine museum founders meticulously crafting replicas of iconic sculptures, bringing the world’s masterpieces to Budapest. The Museum of Fine Arts, a key partner of the OMRRK, boasts a rich history with these casts. Originally displayed proudly in the museum, they were sadly relegated to storage during wartime. Decades of neglect couldn’t diminish their value. Now, within the OMRRK’s climate-controlled chambers, they’re experiencing a renaissance. The OMRRK isn’t just about preservation. It’s about rediscovery. Here, in Building A on Szabolcs utca, over 300 ancient, medieval, and Renaissance works await your exploration. You can trace the evolution of architectural sculpture, from archaic Greek temples to grand European cathedrals. The OMRRK also holds a special exhibition, “Synagoga,” featuring plaster cast sculptures. This unique collection tells a story of artistic passion, resilience, and the enduring power of art to transcend time. The OMRRK is more than a storage facility. It’s a portal to the past, a testament to human creativity, and a treasure waiting to be explored.