The Museum of Herzegovina
The Museum of Herzegovina in Trebinje preserves the region’s cultural and artistic heritage through its archaeological, ethnological, and art collections, including works and legacies by prominent local artists and writers.
The Museum of Herzegovina, located in the centre of Trebinje, was founded in 1952 based on the vision of the poet and diplomat Jovan Dučić. It serves as a cultural and historical institution dedicated to preserving and presenting the heritage of East Herzegovina. The museum occupies 1,500 square metres, with around half of that space devoted to permanent exhibitions.
Its displays include Dučić’s personal collection of artworks, manuscripts, and diplomatic memorabilia, as well as ethnological and archaeological exhibits that trace the region’s history from prehistoric times to the modern era. The museum also holds several artist legacies, including works by painters Atanasije Popović, Milena Šotra, and Milorad Ćorović, and a large collection of sculptures by Radovan Ždrale. In total, the museum preserves around 400 artworks, graphics, and artefacts that document Herzegovina’s artistic and cultural life.
The museum’s branch site in Ušće, known as the Legacy of Dubravka Kujačić, hosts exhibitions, book promotions, and concerts. Alongside its collections, the Museum of Herzegovina maintains a substantial library of academic and cultural literature. It regularly organises temporary exhibitions, literary evenings, and music events, continuing to play an important role in Trebinje’s cultural life.