The museum came into being in 1952 as an idea of the most famous man from Trebinje, a poet and a diplomat Jovan Dučić. First archaeological excavations by the museum were conducted in 1957 at the location of church of St. Peter in Zavala. First publication named Trebinje I by Vladimir Korać was published in 1966. In 1975 the museum started a magazine Tribunija. The museum disposes of 1.500 m2of usable area, out of which about 800 m2is exhibition space. Permanent displays and legacies:
Together with these exhibitions and legacies, the museum owns around 400 paintings, graphics, sculptures and other items. The Museum of Herzegovina also has an object on Ušće (Lastva), legacy of Dubravka Kujačić, where exhibitions, promotions and concerts are occasionally held. The museum also has a significant library fund (professional literature from various areas of science, culture and art).
Apart from permanent displays and legacies, the Museum of Herzegovina also organizes occasional exhibitions, poetic recitals, book promotions and music concerts.
Work days
08:00-20:00
Weekend
Sat 10:00-20:00; Sun 14:00-20:00;