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is located in the heart of the old village of Betina. The story of a longlasting tradition in wooden shipbuilding in Betina, the development of craftsmanship and related local customs has been described through the which is presented through ethnographic and technical point of view.

The central gallery with its sailing equipment offers quite a simbolic view to what wooden shipbuilding means today to a large number of heritage lovers and competitors in traditional lateen sail regattas. has been enriched with modern media tools that allow the visitor a vivid insight into the life on the island as it used to be. Displayed within the 3D technology you are welcomed to see the Betina gajeta construction design where you will find 49 construction parts under their local names.

Play the Betina shipbuilder 3D game and place the boat parts in the correct way.

See what the shipbuilders from Betina say about shipbuilding. Watch the building of the boat from its beginning in a 2 minute animation at the Museum's reception.

Find the perfect gift for your friends and family in our souvenir shop. Wooden souvenirs are handmade and inspired by Museum's exhibition. They are produced locally, by purchasing them you support local manufacturers.

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has become a part of Croatian's cultural heritage. Cicibela is a perfect example of the original type of gajeta built in Betina shipyards – flat keel and a straight frame, a firm and stable boat made to meet the islanders' needs. On the top floor of the Museum you can see the construction design of the original type of Betina gajeta in the scale model of Cicibela. As one of the last existing gajetas of her kind, with the beauty of her construction and a very interesting life story, she definitely is a representative of our open - air museum.

You will also find the most commonly built boats in Betina as a part of the .

– activity intended for younger kids, where they will draw local motives, shipbuilding tools and boats.

– technical type of workshop for the upper elementary scholars.

is a part of Croatia's intangible cultural heritage. The Betina shipbuilders managed to build the boat perfectly adapted for the special needs of the inhabitants of the Murter island. The context

of the story is perfectly illustrated in the Betina Museum of Wooden Shipbuilding.

You will get to know the Betina gajeta and see what makes her special in comparison to other similar types of boats.

Visiting Betina in August is a perfect opportunity to enjoy the programme of the Days of Small Wooden Shipbuilding. There are interesting scientific lectures and presentations being held in the Museum, workshops, film screenings and different exhibitions promoting the maritime heritage. A traditionally equipped fleet of wooden boats in Betina harbour makes a wonderful scenery to enjoy summer evenings.

is a sailing regatta of wooden boats with a traditional lateen sail. You can enjoy the dynamic start of the regatta from the town centre.

It's usually held in August.

( ) is held on the traditional festivity Dan brganje (Brganja Day), on the first Sunday in August. This regatta is one of the highlights of the summer. If you wish to participate, we suggest you form a team of 5 women rowers and contact us on time so we can find a boat for you.

Adults: 25 kn Children under 8: free Pupils, students, seniors: 15 kn Expert guidance (upon announcement): 100 kn Group discount 20% (min 20 persons) Audio guide: English, German and Italian - free

: June and September: 1st October to 31st of May: Monday to Saturday: 09 – 12 Monday to Friday: 09 – 15 and 18 – 22 Saturday: 09 – 12 Closed on Sundays July / August: 10 – 22, open every day The Museum is closed on Sundays, holidays and national holidays.

The Museum can be opened outside specified time by prior arrangement.

Group visits outside of specified time need to be announced at least 5 days earlier.

Vladimira Nazora 7, 22244 Betina TEL: +385 22 434 105 E-mail: muzej@mbdb.hr marketing@mbdb.hr Web: www.mbdb.hr Follow us on our social media!