Aurora project: Working on the compound of the chemical marker to prevent illicit trafficking of cultural property
Azra Becevic Sarenkapa, conservator and museum adviser from the National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina and representative of the Balkan Museum Network has visited AURORA partner organisation CSGI in Florence (Italy). The primary focus of the study visit was to explore the properties and potential applications of chemical markers on
Webinar: Experiencing cultural heritage through virtual time travel
Join us for an engaging webinar on 28 January 2025 at 14 CET (online) exploring the intersection of digital technology and cultural heritage! Discover how VR and AR enhance the presentation of cultural heritage, improve accessibility for persons with disabilities in museums, and create immersive experiences like a virtual leap
AURORA presented at CERIS Workshop – Innovation against trafficking of cultural goods
On 5 December 2024, the AURORA project was presented at the CERIS Workshop on Innovation Against Trafficking of Cultural Goods, held at the BAO Center in Brussels, Belgium. This thematic workshop, organized by the Community for European Research and Innovation for Security (CERIS), focused on presenting and discussing European research
BMN Members take part in NEMO learning programmes
BMN is proud member of the Network of European Museum Organisations for almost a decade. NEMO offers various opportunities for its members such as training, webinars, and mentoring. You can apply for one-on-one mentoring programme, activities of LEM working group and most importantly to become NEMO member. BMN member were
2025: The Year of Possibilities – Members Online Meet-Up
Join us as we celebrate our achievements in 2024 and explore the opportunities and challenges that 2025 may bring! This year, the BMN welcomed more then 70 new members, including individuals, museums, and non-profit organizations. The growth of our network and the increasing interest in membership encourage us to see
Exploring Digital Culture: Upcoming Online Sessions on Inclusion and Innovation in Heritage
The world is becoming increasingly digital, with cultural heritage institutions leveraging this shift to engage broader audiences. But does being digital automatically mean effective communication? This thought-provoking question lies at the heart of “4 Online Sessions in Digital Culture,” a dynamic training series aimed at redefining how cultural experiences are
The Importance of Investing in Small Museum Projects: Insights from Five Initiatives
We are pleased to announce that the five innovative projects have been successfully implemented and finalised, with the generous support of the Headley Trust UK distributed through the Balkan Museum Network’s Small Grants 2024 scheme. The common goal of the supported projects was to enrich cultural experiences, and make museums more accessible
Sarajevo Hosts International Event: Cultural Inclusion as a Fundamental Human Right
BMN hosted training and study visits in Saraevo (22-25 October 2024) as part of the Erasmus+ project “Upskilling HED Students to create transformative cultural experiences for audiences with disabilities“, which brought together experts from five European countries to enhance accessibility in cultural institutions for people with disabilities. The trainings was
Ars Aevi Video Art and video art screenings in permanent display at the Ars Aevi Collection
Ars Aevi Video Art is a project developed by the Museum of Contemporary Art Ars Aevi (part of the Sarajevo City Museums) with a special focus on its collection of video artworks. The project featured screenings of notable works such as So Much I Want to Say by Mona Hatoum,
Fostering Connection and Learning: Inclusive Botanical Workshops at the National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina
The National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina held a special Terrarium Workshop as part of its celebrations for European Night of Museums and International Museum Day 2024, observed on May 18th. This year’s theme, “Museums for Education and Research,” provided an inspiring backdrop for the event. The workshop took place
