GORACICI Uprising Museum
About This Museum
You might not expect to find a museum of this caliber in a small Serbian village, but the Goračići Uprising Museum is a hidden gem that packs a powerful punch. It chronicles the dramatic 1941 peasant rebellion against the occupying forces, a story of local defiance that resonates deeply. The exhibits are intensely personal, filled with everything from faded photographs and handwritten proclamations to the very weapons farmers carried into battle. Walking through its halls feels less like a history lesson and more like stepping directly into the tense, courageous atmosphere of the time.
Collection Highlights
Look for the collection of original scythes and pitchforks, tools of daily life transformed into symbols of resistance. The personal diary of a rebel fighter provides an intimate, heart-wrenching account, while partisan propaganda posters reveal how the uprising was portrayed to inspire others.
Visitor Information
It's located right in the heart of Goračići, easy to spot but best to check for opening hours locally as they can be seasonal. The small scale means you can have a meaningful visit without needing to block out an entire day.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a solid, traditional stone building that feels as much a part of the landscape as the history it preserves.
Contact & Location
Address: Горачићи, Општина Лучани, Моравички управни округ, Централна Србија, Србија
Phone: +381 65 8545855
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