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The Pharmacy History Collection - Casa Hintz and its collection

The Pharmacy History Collection - Casa Hintz
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The Mauksch-Hintz house houses the first pharmacy in Cluj-Napoca. Casa Hintz is now home to the Historical Collection of Pharmacy (Pharmacy History Collection), a collection that belongs to the National History Museum of Transylvania, displayed in four rooms and in the basement. Visitors to Casa Hintz can visit the office, the storeroom and the laboratory. The office still has features from the 18th century pharmacy with its original fresco's with pharmaceutical symbols on the ceiling.

ROColecția de Istorie a Farmaciei
ROMuzeul Farmaciei - Casa Hintz

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#7 History & Anthropology in Romania #4 Historic houses in Romania #1 History & Anthropology in Cluj-Napoca #141 Profession & craft museums in Europe

#7 History & Anthropology in Romania #4 Historic houses in Romania #1 History & Anthropology in Cluj-Napoca #141 Profession & craft museums in Europe
The Pharmacy History Collection - Casa Hintz
Piața Unirii 28

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
11:00 – 18:00
Wednesday
11:00 – 18:00
Thursday
11:00 – 18:00
Friday
11:00 – 18:00
Saturday
11:00 – 18:00
Sunday
11:00 – 18:00

Admission

AdultsRON 10.00
PensionersRON 5.00
Preschool (up to 7)Free
StudentsRON 2.50

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Piața Unirii 28, Cluj-Napoca

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Pharmacy History Collection - Casa Hintz in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, offers visitors a glimpse into the history of pharmacy and medicine. Located in a historic building, this small museum showcases a collection of old pharmaceutical equipment, bottles, and medical instruments. Visitors appreciate the well-preserved interior and the informative displays that provide context for the exhibits. The museum's compact size allows for a quick yet educational visit, typically lasting around 30-45 minutes. Some visitors note that while the collection is interesting, the lack of English translations for all items can be a drawback for non-Romanian speakers. The staff is generally described as friendly and knowledgeable, often willing to provide additional information upon request. While not a major tourist attraction, the museum offers an intriguing look into the medical practices of the past and is particularly appealing to those with an interest in medical history or unique, specialized museums.

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