Rovinj - Rovigno City Museum
It is located in a Baroque palace of the counts of Califfi from the 17th/18th century. It was established in 1954 at the initiative of Rovinj fine artists. Their idea was to establish a place where cultural wealth could be stored, as well as a place where numerous exhibition activities could be held.
The first director of the museum was artist Zora Matić. The wishes of the founders have determined its contents and activities to these days. The museum operates in the public interest in a twofold role - as a city gallery and a place where more valuable items from the rich museum collection are permanently exhibited: archaeological exhibition, maritime section, collection of works by old masters, contemporary Croatian art and Alexander Kircher’s room. During its 50-year-long existence, rich and valuable collections were created: collection of contemporary art (about 1500), collection of works by old masters, collection of archaeological findings, etnological items, books, documents and photographs presenting the activities of the Pino Budicin Partisan Battalion, and other. Because of the scarcity of space and the rich gallery activity program, only a small fragment of the museum wealth is available for the visitors today.
Rovinj–Rovigno City Museum – opening hours and tickets
The museum is currently undergoing renovation. During this period, the permanent exhibition is not fully accessible; however, temporary exhibitions are occasionally organized and open to the public.
About the museum From its beginnings, the museum has played a dual role:
● as a city gallery, and
● as a museum preserving and presenting valuable cultural and historical collections.
The first director of the museum was artist Zora Matić, whose vision continues to shape the institution’s activities today.
Over the decades, the museum has developed rich and diverse collections, including:
● a contemporary art collection (approximately 1,500 works),
● a collection of old masters’ works,
● archaeological finds,
● a maritime collection,
● ethnological objects,
● books, documents and photographs related to the Pino Budicin Partisan Battalion,
● the Alexander Kircher room, dedicated to the renowned painter.
Opening hours and tickets
● Opening hours: depend on the schedule of temporary exhibitions during the renovation period
Visitors are advised to check current information before planning a visit.
Additional information
The Rovinj–Rovigno City Museum remains one of the most important cultural institutions in the city, combining historical architecture with a long-standing tradition of art and exhibition activity.[1] Ovo bismo možda samo nadopunili postojeću stranicu. https://www.rovinj-tourism.com/hr/explore-discover/kultura-i-umjetnost/muzeji-i-galerije/472
