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People behind the project

Istvándi Botond

Dr. BotOnd IstvÁndy

Founder, Director

“I sometimes find it challenging to accept the reality of life. This is why I enjoy enriching reality with dreams. Although these dreams often seem unattainable, they fill me with wonderful energy, and the mere thought of them brings joy.
 
This mindset and sensibility are what brought this museum to life. For a long time, I kept this dreamer side of me mostly to myself, but a few years ago, I decided that I wanted to inspire others to dream too. Even when dreams seem unreachable, achieving them isn't necessarily the main goal. Rather, it's about the joy and sense of recharge that dreaming itself can give, because ultimately, what matters most is that our soul is happy and balanced.”

Professor Sylvester

Resident Artist

"Driven by a rich imagination and creativity that have always been a part of me, I've dedicated over a decade to creating steampunk and dystopian art.
The place where I felt I could truly grow as an artist, however, was the museum's workshop. Here, I found the freedom and opportunity to bring my boldest ideas to life.
 
Each new project is a challenge I gladly welcome, out of a continuous desire to evolve artistically. This motivates me to tackle increasingly complex and dynamic projects, works that bring something new to the museum's gallery and, I hope, spark wonder and joy in visitors."

Inya
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Museum Manager

"Places that were out of the ordinary, magical or whimsical always seemed inviting, inspiring me to draw and write even from a young age. Enchanting worlds that could be real if only we believed enough, make the human spirit jump with joy and the kind of curiosity adventurers have. And it's all because of the possibilities they create in our imaginations and hearts .

Discovering such a place exists in the heart of my beloved city, was a delight. Playing a part in giving people a break from reality once they walk into this world, is a marvellous experience!"

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How it all started

How it all started

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The idea

The idea

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