RESTORATION OF A FISHERMAN'S HOMESTEAD IN THE OPEN-AIR MUSEUM IN OPOLE

The paper addresses the issue of contemporary reconstruction and reconstruction of wooden architecture in open-air ethnographic museums, focusing on the example of the Opole Village Museum in Opole. The reconstruction process of three buildings – a cottage, a cottage building and a barn forming a fisherman's homestead – was analysed and the paper describes in detail the conservation methods applied, the adaptation process and the technological and ideological challenges involved in this kind of undertaking. The study emphasises the value of integrating traditional construction techniques with modern solutions, enabling the faithful reproduction of historic architecture while adapting it to new educational, exhibition and training functions. The analysis includes an assessment of the technical condition of the preserved materials, methods for their reuse and the impact of advanced monitoring technologies on the preservation and durability of the reconstructed buildings. It also highlights limitations of biological degradation of wood and the challenges of restoring authenticity in changing spatial conditions. The importance of open-air museums in the protection of cultural heritage was highlighted, in that they play a vital role in preserving the material aspects of historic buildings whilst also serving as a key educational and promotional tool for traditional rural culture. The findings emphasised the necessity of a multifaceted approach, integrating field research, historical documentation analysis and innovative diagnostic technologies. The article emphasises the necessity for additional research into monitoring and preservation methods that can contribute to more effective protection of wooden architecture, while ensuring its durability and functionality in changing environmental conditions.