Ilija M. Kolarac Endowment, University building in Stari Grad, Serbia
The Ilija M. Kolarac Endowment is a university building in central Belgrade located on an irregular plot at 5 Students' Square, connecting to 1300 Kaplara Street. It contains a main auditorium with seating for around 1,200 people, a smaller lecture hall for more intimate gatherings, and a specialized bookshop focused on humanities literature.
The building was commissioned in 1928 through an architectural competition, with architect Petar Bajalović creating the final design and completing the main hall in 1930. After that, the endowment evolved into a major educational institution that shaped Belgrade's intellectual landscape for decades.
The place serves as a hub for public lectures and discussions covering medicine, technology, philosophy, and art history, shaping Belgrade's intellectual life for generations. Visitors notice how students and curious people gather here to exchange ideas in its halls.
Visiting is easy to plan since the building is centrally located in Belgrade and walkable from Students' Square. The various halls can host different types of events, so checking ahead about what programs are scheduled will help you make the most of a visit.
The concert hall within the building is noted for its excellent acoustics and regularly draws international musicians as a performance venue. This makes it a hidden gem for music lovers seeking events in Belgrade throughout the year.
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