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Ethnographic Museum Zagreb

Ethnographic Museum Zagreb
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Housed in a striking 1903 Secession-style building by architect Vjekoslav Bastl, the Ethnographic Museum in Zagreb offers a vivid journey through Croatia’s cultural heritage. Founded in 1919, it preserves over 80,000 artefacts, with around 2,800 on display, showcasing traditional life across the Pannonian, Dinaric, and Adriatic regions. Visitors can admire richly embroidered folk costumes, ceremonial dresses, musical instruments, furniture, and tools, alongside immersive reconstructions of rural interiors. The museum also holds fascinating collections from Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas, many donated by Croatian explorers. Temporary exhibitions and a well-curated shop add to the experience, while the building’s ornate façade and painted cupola reflect the artistry within. Just steps from the Croatian National Theatre, it is a place where history, craftsmanship, and storytelling meet, offering insight into both local traditions and global connections.

Zagreb Croatia
Location

The Ethnographic Museum in Zagreb is located at 14 Ivan Mažuranić Square, in a historic Secession-style building originally constructed in 1903 as the Trades Hall. The museum showcases around 85,000 artifacts, with approximately 2,800 items on display, illustrating the traditional and cultural heritage of Croatia across three main ethnographic zones: Pannonian, Dinaric, and Adriatic. Visitors can explore richly detailed exhibits featuring folk costumes, ceremonial dresses, musical instruments, furniture, pottery, tools, and jewelry, along with collections from regions including Africa, Australia, and South America. Nearby, the museum is situated close to other key cultural landmarks such as the Croatian National Theatre, King Tomislav Square, and the Jelacic Square, making it easily accessible and part of Zagreb’s vibrant cultural “horseshoe” district. The area is ideal for exploring local cafés, shops, and additional museums, offering a rich and immersive experience of Zagreb’s cultural richness.

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