Nikola Martinoski
Nikola Martinoski (1903–1973) was a prominent Macedonian painter known for his significant contributions to the development of modern art in North Macedonia. His work indeed reflects the influence of various European art movements, particularly Cubism and Surrealism. Cubism Influence: Martinoski’s engagement with Cubism is evident in his exploration of form and space. Cubism, pioneered by […]
Strumica Museum
The museum in Strumica was established in 1952 in the facility of former Jewish school as the National Museum. In 1963, the National Museum moved to the building of the Higher Agricultural School, where, according to the spatial and material conditions, a permanent exhibition which existed for several years, was shoown. In 1978, the National […]
Zujca Talevska
Always closely linked to their native land, the Macedonian people have mostly lived through centuries of tradition transmitting it from one generation to another, and thus creating an unusually rare material and spiritual culture which bears some patriarchal characteristics. True folklore cannot be bought or sold, but has to be learned through toil, sweat, tears, […]
Melodious people from Strumica – Vocal and Instrumental Ensemble
The emergence of urban traditional singing (locally called starogradska muzika) is related to the development of cities and the bourgeoisie under influence of the West in the Ottoman-occupied North Macedonia during the 19th century. Unlike rural folk music, which portrays life in villages, the nature surrounding them, and the hard agricultural work performed in the […]
Strumica Carnival
This annual event in Strumica celebrates traditional Macedonian folklore with modern twists. It features colorful parades, elaborate costumes, and lively music, blending ancient carnival traditions with contemporary festivities. The Strumica Carnival is a secular traditional custom that has its origins in a pagan cult and in its essence, celebrates fertility and cleansing. The Carnival has […]
