• ABOUT FAUST

    Faust Vrančić rođen je 1551. godine u Šibeniku, u obitelji Vrančić...

  • ABOUT US

    The memorial center "Faust Vrančić" was opened in September 2012...

  • HOW TO REACH US?

    Memorijalni centar "Faust Vrančić" na otoku Prviću može se posjetiti...

    Welcome to the website of the Memorial Center “Faust Vrančić” dedicated to the figure, work and legacy of the great Croatian inventor, lexicographer, polyglot, philosopher, theologian and polyhistor. Find out what this visionary, who picked island of Prvić for his last resting place, has left to us.

    What awaits you here?

    • Contemporary multimedia and interactive content which is interesting and attractive for all generations
    • Models of Faust’s invention
    • Professional and friendly staff

    What will you discover here?

    • Interesting facts from the life of Faust Vrančić and his family
    • All about his inventions and literary work
    • All that makes Faust a man ahead of his time as well as the reasons for the recognition of his name in Croatia and the world

    What is our mission?

    • Promotion of life and work of Faust Vrančić through exhibition, professional guides, lectures, workshops, manifestations and cooperation with other institutions and individuals
    • Preservation and promotion of the heritage of the island of Prvić through cooperation with the local community

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    Island of Prvić

    Explore island of Prvić – an island without cars -connected with Vodice and Šibenik by ferry line- and its two picturesque villages Prvić Luka and Prvić Šepurine

    Blog

    ​How did Faust come up with the idea of making a parachute?​

    Faust Vrančić, Inspiration for all generations

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