The Mrkopalj Historical and Ethnological Collection was opened in 2017 on the first floor of the community centre located in the heart of Mrkopalj. It contains more than 550 historical photos of the Mrkopalj area and approximately 200 old objects, ranging from weapons and tools to books, clothes, kitchen and other appliances, furniture, etc. Among these objects are copies of the Charter by which Joseph II declared Mrkopalj a privileged royal market town, a document on the founding of the Parish from 1771, the plan of the first “Pod Vrhin” ski jump from 1933 and other historical documents, as well as some valuable books. Also displayed are handmade skis, poles, snowshoes, rescue sleds, a variety of handsaws and antique folk costumes.

With the help of an expert guide, visitors will learn interesting stories about Saint Anthony’s Feast, the Caroline road, the Peace Memorial and other fun facts rarely found in literature. A special section is dedicated to a collection of antique ties, and visitors will also be delighted by a rare historical film projector from 1964.