Housed on the first floor of a beautifully restored 19th-century sawmill, Porto Montenegro’s Naval Heritage Collection was launched in 2011 to celebrate Tivat’s rich maritime history, showcasing artefacts from the Austro-Hungarian era, Yugoslav-era submarines, themed exhibitions and more. Housed on the first floor of a beautifully restored 19th-century sawmill, Porto Montenegro’s Naval Heritage Collection was launched in 2011 to celebrate Tivat’s rich maritime history, showcasing artefacts from the Austro-Hungarian era, Yugoslav-era submarines, themed exhibitions and more.
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Our archive collection covers the three key time periods covering the Kingdom of Yugoslavia, Austro-Hungarian Empire and Socialist Yugoslavia. Additionally, a fourth theme focuses on the role of Yugoslav submarines in the Boka Bay’s past. You can expect a combination of archive images, video and of course, historical objects on display.
1889-1918
Austro-Hungarian Era
Discover how the Arsenal transformed Tivat from a typical Mediterranean village into a shipbuilding center of excellence from the late 19th century onwards.
1918-1941
Kingdom of Yugoslavia
The period spanning the two great wars was seminal not only for the people of Tivat but for the naval history of the Boka Bay in general.
1945-2000
Modern Era
In more recent times the Arsenal transitioned from a Navy provider to a civilian focus as a prominent repair and refit yard for ships and submarines.
Submarines
Through the Periscope
Explore the history of submarines in this region, from early experiments with new technology to the Tivat Arsenal’s time as one of the leading submarine production hub’s in Europe.
Interactive Map
Maps
Our archive collection covers the three key time periods covering the Kingdom of Yugoslavia, Austro-Hungarian Empire and Socialist Yugoslavia. Additionally, a fourth theme focuses on the role of Yugoslav submarines in the Boka Bay’s past. You can expect a combination of archive images, video and of course, historical objects on display.