The House of Houdini

"The House of Houdini, located at 11 Dísz Square within Buda Castle in Budapest, Hungary, is a private exhibit and performance venue dedicated to the legendary magician and escape artist Harry Houdini. Opened on June 16, 2016, the venue houses the only collection of original Houdini artifacts in Europe. The collection includes items such as handcuffs, personal correspondence, and even a Bible once owned by Houdini. It also features original props from the 1999 film *Oxygen*, in which Adrien Brody starred as Houdini, as well as props from a subsequent miniseries. Budapest was chosen as the site for the exhibit due to Houdini's birth in the city, though he never performed there. The owner of the House of Houdini is David Merlini, an escapologist who also served as a technical advisor for the Houdini miniseries. The venue serves as a research center exploring Houdini's life, particularly his Hungarian and Jewish heritage. In addition to the exhibition, the venue hosts performances in the "Orpheum," a small in-house theater where six magicians take turns performing. Visitors must decode a secret "arcane" message to gain entry; if unsuccessful, they are refunded the price of admission."

"Honoring the renowned Hungarian-born illusionist and escape artist Harry Houdini, born as Erik Weisz in Budapest's district VII in 1874, this compact museum showcases a collection of unique artifacts from Houdini's life. These include personal letters, handcuffs, and documents, along with props from the US 'Houdini' miniseries (2014). Concluding the guided tour, visitors are delighted with a live 15-minute magic performance. This charming museum is a delightful gem, providing loads of entertainment and enjoyment."

"Did you know that you could visit the House of Houdini in Budapest?! It is a museum and performance venue located at 11, Dísz Square, within the walls of the Buda Castle."