Exploring the unusual: The most curious museums on the planet
In the vast global museum landscape, Not all museums focus on classical art or traditional history. There are spaces dedicated to such peculiar themes that they challenge our expectations and invite us to explore the extraordinary..
Within that context, La Vereda presents you with a list of the five strangest museums in the world, including an additional one from Argentina, each with their own fascinating collection.
Museum of Bad Art (Museum of Bad Art) – Somerville, Massachusetts, EE. UU.
exhibits: This museum is one of a kind, dedicating themselves to showing art that is so bad that it is entertaining. With pieces that fail in technique and aesthetics, but they triumph in originality, this museum celebrates uninhibited creativity. The works on display range from poorly done portraits to disproportionate landscapes..
Hair Museum (Avanos Hair Museum) – Avanos, Turkey
exhibits: Founded in 1979, This museum contains more than 16,000 hair samples donated by women around the world. Each strand is labeled with the donor's name and address, creating an intimate and personal atmosphere. The collection is located in an underground cave, adding a mystical touch to the place.
Toilet Museum (Sulabh International Museum of Toilets) - New Delhi, India
exhibits: More than 4,500 years of sanitation history, this museum features replicas of ancient toilets, modern toilets and detailed information on the development of sanitation over time. It is an educational place that highlights the importance of sanitation in the evolution of societies.
Museum of Death (Museum of Death) - The Angels, California, EE. UU.
exhibits: This museum displays a macabre collection of death-related artifacts, as autopsy instruments, crime scene photos and serial killer artwork. It is a space that offers a deep and sometimes disturbing look at mortality and the culture around death..
Penis Museum (Icelandic Phallological Museum) – Reykjavik, Iceland
exhibits: More than 200 penises and parts of penises of various animals, This museum offers a scientific and educational perspective on biological diversity. The collection includes whale specimens, seals and polar bears, among others, and seeks to promote knowledge and scientific curiosity.
Bonus: Rocsen Museum – Ninth, Córdoba, Argentina
exhibits: This eclectic museum houses more than 15,000 objects ranging from archaeological artifacts to modern curiosities. Founded by Juan Santiago Bouchon, the museum is a mix of history, art and science, exhibiting everything from fossils and musical instruments to ancient dolls and tools of extinct trades.