Publications

Museum publications are indispensable in the presentation and interpretation of a wide array of topics spanning history, archaeology, anthropology, ethnology, museology, and other fields related to museum work. These publications are essential tools for promoting the museum and its activities, but far more than being promotional tools, these publications serve as gateways to deeper understanding, offering readers and researchers enhanced insights into the wealth of cultural heritage and the depth of scholarly research conducted by the museum. Publishing has evolved into a core component of the museum's communication and development strategy, playing a vital role for the institution’s sustainability end supporting its growth and relevance. Through their publications, museums do more than document and present cultural heritage—they become active participants in its preservation and revitalization. Publishing serves as a bridge between the museum and the broader society, fostering enduring values of knowledge, culture, and education. Moreover, museum publications are often at the forefront of addressing contemporary challenges, such as digitalization, inclusivity, and sustainability. They provide innovative solutions and perspectives that not only reflect the museum’s commitment to these issues but also guide the way forward in an increasingly digital and interconnected world. In the context of presenting museum collections, museum publications play a transformative role, enabling artefacts to be showcased in ways that extend beyond the museum's physical confines. By leveraging digital technologies and multimedia approaches, these publications can bring collections to life, offering a richer, more immersive experience. Catalogues, for instance, are far more than simple inventories of exhibition items; they serve as comprehensive guides that delve into the exhibition's overarching themes. These publications often feature a blend of essayistic texts, expert analyses, and high-quality photographs, each carefully curated to provide a holistic understanding of the artefacts on display. Through these elements, readers gain a deeper appreciation of the cultural and historical contexts in which the artefacts were created and used.

In conclusion, museum publishing stands as a multifaceted tool that significantly contributes to education, research, promotion, and the preservation of cultural heritage. Its role is crucial in sustaining the vitality and relevance of museums within contemporary society. The Museum of Sarajevo exemplifies this commitment through its extensive publishing endeavors, including the esteemed journal "Contributions to the Study of the History of Sarajevo," first issued in 1963. This publication, alongside the museum's other catalogs and works, underscores a long-standing dedication to education, scholarly research, and the meticulous preservation of the region's rich cultural heritage. The Sarajevo Museum’s robust publishing legacy serves as a testament to its role as both a guardian of the past and an active participant in the ongoing dialogue between history and the modern world.

Predstavljamo neke od kataloga i publikacija Muzeja Sarajeva:

1. Ljubica Mladenović, Kako su se sami naslikali. Autoportreti sarajevskih slikara, 1963./ They Painted Themselves. Autoportraits of Sarajevan painters, 1963
2. Zorica Janjić, Seoski ručni radovi iz okoline Sarajeva, 1965./ Handicrafts in villages, 1965
3. Branko Kolaković, Pribor za kafu i pušenje u starom Sarajevu, 1981./ Coffee and Smoking Accessories in Sarajevo in the old times, 1981.
4. Ivana Bajo, Keramika u starom Sarajevu, Sarajevo, 1981./ Pottery in Sarajevo in the old times, Sarajevo, 1981
5. Mehmed Klepo, Arhitektura starog Sarajeva na umjetničkim slikama, 1982./ Sarajevo's Architectural Heritage in Artistic Paintings, 1982
6. Nenad Filipović, Tugre i penče, Sarajevo, 1985./Tughras, and Penčas[ Penča, pendža, penca - is a stylized hand sign of grand viziers, pashas and other dignitaries, but not rulers], Sarajevo
7. Ivana Bajo, Svetlana Rakić, Nenad Filipović, Riznica Stare srpskopravoslavne crkve u Sarajevu, 1986. / The Treasury of the Old Serbian Orthodox Church in Sarajevo,1986
8. Vedrana Gotovac, Sinagoge u Bosni i Hercegovini, Sarajevo, 1987. / Synagogues in Bosnia and Herzegovina, 1987
9. Vilma Niškanović, Porijeklo i zaostavštine porodice Glođo i Svrzo, 1991. / The orrigins and Legacy of Glođo and Svrzo family, 1991
10. Grupa autora, Muzej grada poslije svega, Sarajevo, 1999. Collaborative by the group of authors ,The Museum of the City After Everything, 1999
11. Bajro Gec, Makete starog Sarajeva, Sarajevo, 1999. / The Scale Models of Sarajevo of the Old Times, Sarajevo, 1999
12. Radmila Fabijanić, Iz atarskog dućana sarajevske porodice Papo, 1999./ From the Attar's Shop of the Sarajevan Papo Family, 1999
13. Svetlana Bajić, Tradicionalno i savremeno, 2000./ The Traditional and The Contemporary, 2000
14. Ćazim Hadžimejlić, Amra Madžarević, Umjetnost knjige, 2001./ The Art of a Book, 2001
15. Grupa autora, Despića kuća, Sarajevo, 2009./ Collaborative by the group of authors, Despić's House, Sarajevo, 2009
16. Grupa autora, Svrzina kuća, Sarajevo, 2011. / Collaborative by the group of authors, Svrzo's House, Sarajevo, 2011
17. Adnan Muftarević, Ilidžanska patera, 2014. / Patera (phiale) from Ilidža, 2014
18. Grupa autora, Sarajevo 1914-2024, 2014. / Collaborative by the group of authors, Sarajevo from 1914 to 2024.
19. Moamer Šehović, Antički epigrafski i kultni spomenici sarajevskog kraja, 2016. / Ancient Epigraphic and Iconic Monuments of the Sarajevo Region, 2016.
20. Mustafa Arslanović, Avlije i bašče Svrzine kuće, 2018./ The Courtyards and gardens of Svrzo House", 2018
21. Žanka Dodig, Privatna zbirka kao muzejski fenomen. Na primjeru zbirke Stjepana Meze u Muzeju Sarajeva, 2018./ A private collection as museum phenomenon- the example of the Collection of Stjepan Mezo in the Museum of Sarajevo, 2018
22. Indira Kučuk – Sorguč, Građanska kultura Sarajeva, Sarajevo, 2022. /The Civic Culture of Sarajevo, Sarajevo, 2022
23. E.Veletovac, G.Grebo, H.Dizdar, Tragovi prisutnosti Jevreja na tlu zapadnog Balkana u doba vladavine Rimskog carstva, 2023. / Clues of Jewish Presence in the Western Balkans During the Roman Empire, 2023.
24. Hamdija Dizdar, Sarajevo kao imaginacija, 2024./ Sarajevo as an Imagination, 2024
25. Amra Madžarević, Iz nanine sehare, Sarajevo, 2024. / From Grandma's Chest,, Sarajevo, 2024