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Marija Makarovič
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Marija Makarovič in 1963
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| Born | 15 August 1930 |
| Awards | Levstik Award 1979 for Kmečka abeceda and Kmečko gospodarstvo na Slovenskem |
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| Fields | ethnology |
Marija Makarovič is a famous Slovene ethnologist. She was born on August 15, 1930. An ethnologist studies different cultures and how people live. They learn about traditions, customs, and daily life.
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Who is Marija Makarovič?
Marija Makarovič was born in Ljubljana, Slovenia. She studied at the University of Ljubljana. In 1953, she finished her studies there.
Her Work as a Curator
After college, Marija worked at the Slovene Ethnographic Museum. She was a curator from 1953 to 1989. A curator helps take care of museum collections. They also organize exhibitions.
Leading an Institute
From 1993 to 1997, Marija led an important institute. It was the Urban Jarnik Slovene Ethnographic Institute. This institute is located in Klagenfurt.
Starting a Research Center
In 2001, Marija helped create something new. She co-founded the Centre for Biographic Research. This center is in Ljubljana. She started it with Professor Mojca Ramšak.
Awards and Recognition
Marija Makarovič has received special awards for her work. These awards show how important her research is.
Levstik Award
In 1979, she won the Levstik Award. This award was for two of her books. They were called Kmečka abeceda and Kmečko gospodarstvo na Slovenskem. These titles mean The Farmer's Alphabet and Farm Management in Slovenia.
Deklica s Piščalko Award
In 2014, Marija received another award. It was the Deklica s Piščalko Award. This award is given for great work in art, culture, and humanitarian sciences. It shows her dedication to these fields.
