House of Vuk's Foundation

The House of Vuk's Foundation is located on Kralja Milana Street in Stari Grad and features Serbian Byzantine architectural style on its exterior. The building now functions as a museum and educational center presenting materials related to Serbian language development and reform.

Built in 1879, the structure first served as the Russian Imperial Consulate before transitioning to house various educational institutions. It eventually became home to the foundation dedicated to preserving knowledge about a major language reformer.

The house honors Vuk Karadžić, a language reformer whose impact on Serbian still shapes how people speak and write today. Visitors can see how his ideas are presented through displays and objects that show the evolution of the language he helped transform.

The location is in a central neighborhood and easy to access on foot, with clear signage to guide visitors. Plan for a leisurely visit to explore the rooms and exhibitions at a comfortable pace.

Extensive renovations in 1997 uncovered hidden original ceiling decorations and staircase features from the 1800s that had been covered over. This restoration brought forgotten details back to life and revealed the craftsmanship of the original builders.

Location: Stari Grad

Location: City of Belgrade

Inception: 1879

Architects: Aleksandar Bugarski, Branko Tanazević

Architectural style: Σερβοβυζαντινή αρχιτεκτονική

Website: http://vukova-zaduzbina.rs

GPS coordinates: 44.81110,20.46180

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:24