"Nikola Vaptsarov" House-Museum

Visit the Nikola Vaptsarov House-Museum in Sofia – the poet's home with personal belongings, manuscripts, documents, and memories of his life and work.

The Nikola Vaptsarov House-Museum in Sofia is a literary museum dedicated to the life and work of one of the most significant Bulgarian poets of the 20th century, Nikola Vaptsarov. The museum is housed in the poet's last Sofia residence, where he lived with his wife and his brother's family between 1940 and 1942. The exhibition presents Vaptsarov's personal story through an authentic home setting, photographs, documents, manuscripts, books, and personal belongings. Among the valuable materials are his poems, notebooks, archival documents, and the first edition of his poetry collection 'Motor Songs,' which reveal the development of his poetic work and his social ideas. The Nikola Vaptsarov House-Museum is part of the National Literary Museum and plays an important role in preserving and popularizing Bulgaria's literary heritage. In addition to the permanent exhibition, the museum organizes cultural initiatives, literary events, and educational programs. Located at 37 Angel Kanchev Street in the center of Sofia, the museum is a suitable place for lovers of literature, history, and Bulgarian culture.