Barely inaugurated, the Museum of Applied Arts has already been closed.

In the second half of the 19th century, Hungary experienced a cultural revival, leading to the establishment of new theaters and museums. The idea for the Museum of Applied Arts dates back to 1864, championed by Rómer Flóris and later supported by Pulszky Ferenc. The museum officially opened in 1873, initially housed in the National Museum before moving to a new location in 1877. The design for the new building, titled "Keletre magyar!" by Lechner Ödön and Pártos Gyula, aimed to blend Hungarian folk art with Eastern influences. Despite bureaucratic delays, construction began in 1893 and was overseen by Fittler Kamill. The museum was inaugurated by Emperor Franz Joseph in 1895, although it faced challenges, including a delayed public opening. The building was closed for renovation in 2017 but has since fallen into disrepair, raising concerns about the future of its collection.