Belgrade's National Museum Reopens After 15-Year Renovation
On June 28, 2018, the National Museum of Serbia in Belgrade is set to reopen its doors following a 15-year renovation that commenced in 2003. Architect Zoran Jovanović oversaw the modernization of the infrastructure, while Bojana Borić Brešković directed the exhibition design. The museum's ground floor will house archaeological artifacts, the first floor will present national art from the 18th and 19th centuries, and the second floor will highlight 20th-century pieces along with international collections. According to Culture Minister Vladan Vukosavljević, this reopening will enhance Belgrade's tourism. This event aligns with significant historical anniversaries and follows the Museum of Contemporary Art's reopening in fall 2017. Additionally, the 13th Belgrade International Architecture Week (BINA) took place from May 1 to 31, 2018.
Key facts
- National Museum of Serbia reopens June 28, 2018
- Renovation started in 2003
- Architectural concept by Zoran Jovanović
- Exhibition layout directed by Bojana Borić Brešković
- Ground floor: archaeology; first floor: 18th-19th century art; second floor: 20th century and international collections
- Culture Minister Vladan Vukosavljević says museum will boost tourism
- Reopening follows MoCAB's reopening in fall 2017
- BINA architecture festival held May 1-31, 2018, theme 'From communis to communication'
Entities
Artists
- Zoran Jovanović
- Bojana Borić Brešković
Institutions
- National Museum of Serbia
- Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCAB)
- Belgrade International Architecture Week (BINA)
- Creative Momentum of Shared Cities
- Future Architecture Platform
- Artribune
Locations
- Belgrade
- Serbia