The Hana Zelinova Memorial Room in Vrútki is dedicated to the memory of the prominent Slovak writer and native of Vrútki, Hana Zelinova (1914 - 2004). The exhibition, opened on 26 September 2003 in the building of the Municipal Office in Vrútki, pays tribute to her contribution to Slovak literature and preserves the heritage of the Turiec region.
Life and work of Hana Zelinova
Hana Zelinová came from a working-class family and received her primary education in her native Vrútky. She continued her education at the Teachers' Institute in Bratislava and in 1937-1938 worked as an editor of magazines Slovak East a News in Košice. During the Second World War she lived in Prešov and Bratislava, where she devoted herself fully to her literary work.
Among the best known works of Hana Zelinova is the trilogy Elizabeth's Court, The Call of the Wind a Flower of terror, which describes the fate of landowning families from Turca in the period from the 18th to the 20th century. This saga was adapted into a film under the direction of Andrej Lettrich, bringing its story to the screen.
What you can see in the Memorial Room
The Hana Zelinova Memorial Room offers a glimpse into the life and work of the writer. Visitors can see her personal writing desk, original furniture and a collection of works translated into many languages. The exhibition also includes objects related to her rich life and literary career, which will bring visitors closer to her legacy. This exhibition is a lasting reminder of Hana Zelinova's contribution to Slovak literature and culture.
Opening hours and entrance fees
The Memorial Room is open to the public for a nominal admission fee:
- Adults: 0,33 €
- Children: 0,17 €
- School excursions (over 10 pupils): 1,66 €
- Students of Vrútock schools: Free
Group tours: If you are interested in a group tour, please contact the Hana Zelinova Municipal Library in Vrútki.
Contact:
Mgr. Zuzana Poništová
Phone: 043/428 12 19
E-mail: zuzana.ponistova@vrutky.sk
The Hana Zelinova Memorial Room in Vrútki invites all those who want to get to know the legacy of one of the most important personalities of Slovak literature. Visit this place and be transported into the life of a writer whose work remains a living part of our cultural identity.
Text: website of the town Vrútky
Photo source: the town of Vrútky (author Matej Bórik)
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