Museum of Contemporary Art of the Republic of Srpska
About This Museum
Housed in the grand, colonnaded former Banja Luka train station, the Museum of Contemporary Art of the Republic of Srpska feels like a place where history and the present are in constant dialogue. It’s a museum deeply committed to its regional context, tracing the complex threads of Yugoslav and post-Yugoslav art from the mid-20th century right up to today. The airy, repurposed main hall, where travelers once waited for trains, now provides a surprisingly intimate setting for challenging installations and bold paintings. You don't just see art here; you feel the weight and wit of a specific cultural narrative unfolding.
Collection Highlights
Look for Mladen Srbinović's geometric abstractions, which capture a distinct modernist spirit, alongside provocative contemporary works from artists like Iva Simčić that grapple directly with themes of memory and identity in the Balkans.
Visitor Information
It's right on Trg srpskih junaka—just look for the stately old station building. Check their website for current hours as they can shift with exhibition changes.
Architecture & Building
A stately, early 20th-century railway station with a symmetrical facade, tall columns, and a sense of formal elegance that has been cleverly adapted for its modern artistic purpose.
Contact & Location
Address: Banja Luka, Grad Banja Luka, Република Српска / Republika Srpska, Bosna i Hercegovina / Босна и Херцеговина
Phone: +387 51 215-364
Website: Visit Website
