World's First Cravat Museum Opens in Zagreb: A Treasure House of Ties

Neckties may not be considered the most exciting clothing item, but a new museum in Zagreb aims to change that perception. The Croatian capital is now home to the world's first cravat museum, located near the world’s shortest funicular. Named Cravaticum - Museum Boutique of the Cravat, this museum is set to revolutionize how we view ties.

Dive into the fascinating world of neckties at Zagreb's Cravaticum, the world's first cravat museum, featuring unique exhibits and innovative designs. Photo: Euronews

A Tribute to Necktie History

“The museum's concept and ethos is to illustrate the historic significance of neckties and contribute to the worldwide promotion of Croatia, as a homeland of the cravat,” the museum said in a press release.

The exhibitions present the evolution of the tie, which they claim is 400 years old and was introduced to the world by Croatian soldiers in the 17th century. The 130-square-metre exhibition space promises to be “contemporary, engaging, and visually captivating,” with artefacts curated and narrated through works by contemporary local artists.

Not Just Ancient History

“This treasure house of ties is far from outdated,” the museum claims. Cravaticum will display items from immersive uniforms of a Cravat regiment to innovative designs by Juraj Zigman, a renowned Croatian fashion designer who has worked with Beyoncé, Nicki Minaj, Rita Ora, Christina Aguilera, Cardi B, and others.

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Showstopper Exhibits

The museum's "showstopper items" include:

• A tie made of bulletproof material.

• An insight into silk moth cocoons and threads under a microscope.

• A 3D exhibit featuring horses.

Interactive and Educational

"Learning should be fun, especially for the younger crowd, which is why this museum is designed to share numerous facts and stories about ties in an entertaining and interactive way," says Igor Mladinović, one of the museum's co-owners.

A Hub for Unique Museums

Cravaticum is not the first bizarre museum to open in Croatia. The country is also home to the Museum of Broken Relationships, the Museum of Hangovers, and Froggyland, a museum of taxidermy frogs.

Plan Your Visit

Cravaticum is open daily from 10am to 8pm. Tickets are priced at €8 for adults, €5 for students, and free of charge for children aged 7 or younger. For more details, visit Cravaticum.

Source: Euronews