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Project Mijo Šiša

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Mijo Šiša gallery

Mijo Šiša Konavljanin art works

Mijo Šiša's paintings, sculptures and drawings, which are a permanent part of the gallery display, were transferred to the Konavle county museum.  More...

Mijo Šiša gallery

Mijo Šiša Konavljanin Gallery

The Mijo Šiša Gallery is in the process of renovation. During 2024, the roof was repaired. The centuries-old tiles were removed and replaced onto the new roof to preserve the original look of the roof.  More...

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The steps we have taken so far in the processing and presentation of the collection. More...

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Site evaluation and documentation

In the immediate area surrounding the Šiša family house, there are numerous traditional architectural elements that need to be documented and preserved. More...

Preservation of Konavle embroidery

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Embroidery workshop

An embroidery workshop meets every Thursday at 6 pm at AR Atelier in Gruda. It is for anyone who wants to learn about Konavle embroidery. For 12 years now, this workshop has been teaching students of all ages, monitored by experienced embroiderers. More...

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Collecting and documenting

Please contact us if you own (or know of) any old Konavle embroidery. We would like to photograph the piece, if local, or receive digital images, if not local. We will document the piece, and will share with you everything we know about it. More...

Traditional silk production in Konavle

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Cooperation with schools

Cultivation of silk mulberries and silk production adapted to school and preschool age groups. Contact us if you want to introduce your students to silkworm cultivation and silk production. More...

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Documenting living heritage

We organize meetings with our oldest tellers. We are documenting conversations with them about Konavle silk production and collecting stories for future research. More...

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Cooperation with other institutions

In 2023 and 2024, the Museums and Galleries of Konavle, with the help of the Ministry of Culture and Friends of Konavle Heritage, made two documentaries about silk production. Watch video...

Konavle Old Photos

Old Photos of Konavle and Its People

If you have old photos, please contact us and help us create a large photo database of Konavle people. More...



Year-end Report for 2024

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Year-end report

The Friends of Konavle Heritage Association was founded towards the end of 2023. Immediately after its establishment, activities were initiated to create... More...

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