Walkendorf's Wossidlo Museum resumes operations
The Wossidlo Museum in Walkendorf is set to reopen its doors on September 13, offering visitors a fascinating glimpse into the life's work and research activities of the renowned folklorist, Richard Wossidlo. This cultural institution, housed in a former farmworker's cottage, has been meticulously reoriented under the guidance of museum director Gerhard MΓΌller.
Richard Wossidlo, born on January 26, 1859, in Friedrichshof, near Walkendorf, was the son of a landowner. He developed a keen interest in languages from an early age and was known for his passion for collecting legends, fairy tales, sagas, and other traditions from his Mecklenburg homeland. He was nicknamed "Zettelmann" for his meticulous recordings on small pieces of paper.
The Wossidlo Museum's collection comprises an impressive two million handwritten notes, showcasing the immense range of Wossidlo's collection. A particular focus of the museum is on Wossidlo's commitment to the Low German language.
The "Alte Ausspanne" association and the Wossidlo Archive Society are hosting the museum's reopening event, which includes folk dances, a children's rally, a quiz, and carriage rides. However, it's important to note that the museum does not offer carriage rides to Wossidlo's birthplace. Carriage rides will instead take visitors to various points of interest around Walkendorf.
The reopening of the Wossidlo Museum sets a sign of appreciation for regional history and cultural heritage. The museum highlights the significance of Wossidlo's work for the cultural history of the region, offering a unique opportunity to delve into the rich folklore of Mecklenburg.
A ceremonial event will take place at the museum on September 13, starting at 10 am. The museum's reopening invites everyone interested to celebrate this special day and immerse themselves in the world of Richard Wossidlo, the meticulous collector of local legends and traditions. After completing his teaching degree in Greek and Latin, Wossidlo taught for 36 years at the gymnasium in Waren, further enriching the region's cultural landscape.
Visitors will not want to miss this opportunity to explore the Wossidlo Museum and its extensive collection, which offers a captivating insight into the life and work of one of the most significant figures in Mecklenburg's cultural history.
