Crib museum "Maranatha"
The museum’s name stems from an Aramaic exclamation: "Maranatha" means "Our Lord comes". Among other things, it is pronounced as a Communion verse during the pre-Christmas period.
Atmospheric world of cribs
When seeing the impressively assembled cribs, Christmas anticipation is growing. Miniature cribs, walk-in cribs with life-size figures, alpine or oriental cribs, 300 years old cribs or modern cribs – the museum shows the world of cribs in its multi-faceted variety. Realised with much love for details, the portrayal of the birth of Jesus is a highlight for kids and adults at the same time.
The art of woodcarving
Woodcarving has a very long tradition in Tauferer Ahrntal. Visiting the artist’s studio, you can see what can be created of wood with a combination of artistic creativity, skilled craftsmanship and the right tools. “Krampus” masks are produced as well. In another room, visitors are allowed to see an impressive collection of frightening devil masks and witch masks that are both carved and painted for the traditional Krampus parades before Christmas.
More info & opening hours:
Maranatha - Museum of Nativity & Folk Art
Weißenbachstraße 17, I-39030 Luttach/Ahrntal
Phone: +39 0474 671682
E-mail: info@krippenmuseum.com
Web: krippenmuseum.com
open all year
Images
The winter crib, designed by Josef Leitner and Irma Hofer.
© Krippenmuseum Maranatha
In 2000 the Maranatha, the most imaginative nativity-scene-exhibition in the world, was opened in Luttach.
© Krippenmuseum Maranatha
The artist's studio is used for various activities. Interested spectators can watch the artist while he works. Paintings reliefs and figures are restored, assignments are designed and created and it is also used as an exhibition room.
© Krippenmuseum Maranatha
Since its opening constant efforts have been made to keep the museum attractive and authentic and it has been extended to become a special source of Christian belief, strength and hope.
© Krippenmuseum Maranatha
Already the reception room is something special: The entire room is a replica of a Tyrolean barn, built of old wood.
© Krippenmuseum Maranatha
The guided tour through the museum is lead by the visionary Paul Gartner, assisted by the artistic supporter, the musician, composer, text writer and guide Hubert Leimegger.
© Krippenmuseum Maranatha
