The Museum of Arts and Crafts is the most important Croatian art museum dedicated to the preservation, research and presentation of objects of fine and applied arts and design. Located in the heart of Zagreb’s Lower Town on the Republic of Croatia Square, in the historicist palace of Herman Bollé, MUO has established itself throughout its long history as one of the most important cultural institutions in the City of Zagreb and beyond. Its rich holdings contain more than one hundred thousand objects dating from the 14th century. century to the present day. A special exhibition is also located in the Gvozdanović Palace in the Upper Town, whose representative and authentic ambience depicts the life of Zagreb’s bourgeoisie from the late 19th century. century. From 2020. In 2018, the Museum building was closed for renovation, but the Museum lives on and continues its activities with partner museums and galleries in the country and abroad, and in a new exhibition space – the MUO Gallery at Ilica 163, which, with its dynamic exhibition cycles, connects heritage and current topics of art and design in a contemporary way.
At a time when cultural heritage is increasingly being re-examined through a political and social prism, we invite you to the panel discussion “What about the heritage that no one wants?” which will bring together relevant...
During this walking tour, citizens are introduced to Zagreb’s architectural projects and restorations by Hermann Bollé, focusing on the historicist architecture that surrounds us in everyday life. Special emphasis is placed on...
Architect Dora Ivanova, head of the Buzludzha Project Foundation, will present a fascinating case of managing the restoration of a politically and socially sensitive architectural heritage. The Buzludzha monument, once a symbol of power...
The Gvozdanović Palace in the Upper Town was once the gathering place of Club Kvak, a cheerful society for leisure and fun. The club’s mascot was a frog; each member had a unique Kvak name and motto, and Kvak parties were held every...
Fresh pastries, refreshing snacks, and coffee prepared with care – the perfect start to a Sunday morning.
The Museum of Arts and Crafts invites you to a morning gathering at the Gvozdanović Palace, featuring free breakfast and...
In small groups of up to 10 people, learn who lived in the Gvozdanović Palace, how it has changed over time, and what secrets lie within its rooms. Each tour lasts approximately 20 minutes.
This tour is part of the “Art...
The Museum of Arts and Crafts invites you to a morning gathering at the Gvozdanović Palace, featuring free breakfast and coffee, along with music in the courtyard (Lucky Lu, DJ Zao, Stankoff). Visitors are welcome to join guided tours...
Join us at the Zagreb City Museum for the opening of the exhibition organized by the Museum of Arts and Crafts, dedicated to Gothic and Renaissance Goldsmithing of the 15th and 16th centuries. 15. The opening will be held symbolically...
