The Mining Museum in Petroșani is a space dedicated to the memory and identity of mining in the Jiu Valley. The museum houses tools, documents, photographs, and installations that illustrate miners’ lives, the evolution of technologies, and the social impact of the extractive industry. It is a place of reflection and recognition for a community that has shaped the region’s history through labor and solidarity.

The Mountain Museum, located within the Mining Museum in Petroșani, is a space dedicated to mountain culture and the deep connection between the communities of the Jiu Valley and the surrounding mountains. The exhibition brings together traditional objects, hiking equipment, photographs, and testimonies that illustrate the life, work, and spirituality of those who have lived in and explored the mountains. It is a place where nature, identity, and local heritage meet.