Museum of Yugoslavia
Beograd
The Museum of Yugoslavia, located in Belgrade, Serbia, is a comprehensive public history museum dedicated to the Kingdom of Yugoslavia and Socialist Yugoslavia, with a special focus on the life and legacy of Josip Broz Tito. The museum complex consists of three main buildings: the 25 May Museum, the House of Flowers, and the Old Museum, all set within a 3.2-hectare park. The 25 May Museum was originally opened in 1962 as a birthday gift to Tito and displayed presents he received, including the Relay of Youth batons. The House of Flowers serves as Tito's final resting place and is a significant site within the museum grounds. The Old Museum houses ethnographic and cultural exhibits related to Yugoslavia. The museum holds over 75,000 items illustrating 20th-century Yugoslav history, including Tito's personal belongings, medals, and gifts from foreign dignitaries. After a period of closure following Yugoslavia's breakup, the museum reopened and now attracts around 120,000 visitors annually, making it the most visited museum in Serbia. It also hosts exhibitions and offers guided tours in multiple languages, providing deep insights into Yugoslav heritage and Tito's impact.
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Tip: Visitors should consider visiting on or around May 25th, Tito's official birth date, when the museum holds special commemorations. It is advisable to check the museum's official website for current opening hours and exhibition schedules, as the museum may be temporarily closed for renovations or special events. Guided tours are available in English and Serbian, and booking in advance is recommended for groups or thematic tours. Discounts may be available for students, seniors, and groups. The museum's digital photo archive is accessible online for additional research and exploration.
Interesting facts
- •The museum complex includes the House of Flowers, where Josip Broz Tito is buried.
- •The 25 May Museum was originally a birthday gift from the city of Belgrade to Tito for his 70th birthday in 1962.
- •The museum holds over 75,000 items including gifts from foreign dignitaries, medals, and personal belongings of Tito.
- •The Museum of the Revolution of Yugoslav Peoples' building was never completed and remains abandoned in New Belgrade.
- •The museum attracts approximately 120,000 visitors annually, making it Serbia's most visited museum.
History
The Museum of Yugoslavia was established in 1996 by merging the Josip Broz Tito Memorial Centre and the Museum of the Revolution of Yugoslav Peoples.
The 25 May Museum, part of the complex, opened in 1962 as a tribute to Tito's 70th birthday and displayed gifts he received.
The Josip Broz Tito Memorial Centre was founded in 1982, incorporating several buildings including the House of Flowers where Tito was buried in 1980.
The Museum of the Revolution of Yugoslav Peoples was founded in 1959 but its dedicated building was never completed.
After Yugoslavia's dissolution, the museum complex was closed for nearly a decade before reopening as a major cultural institution.
In 2016, the museum was renamed from the Museum of the History of Yugoslavia to the Museum of Yugoslavia.
Place Guide
25 May Museum1962
Originally opened in 1962 as a birthday present to Josip Broz Tito, this museum displays the gifts he received up until that year, including the Relay of Youth batons symbolizing youth celebrations in Yugoslavia.
House of Flowers1980 (burial)
The mausoleum and final resting place of Josip Broz Tito, located within the museum grounds. This building is a pilgrimage site for many visitors and holds exhibitions related to Tito's life and legacy.
Old Museum
This building houses ethnographic and cultural exhibits related to the diverse peoples and history of Yugoslavia, showcasing artifacts that illustrate the region's cultural heritage.
Contact
Phone: 011 3671485
