The house was constructed by Josip Broz's father, Franjo Broz, and his grandfather using stone and wood.
A bronze monument of Tito, sculpted by Antun Augustinčić in 1948, stands in front of the house.
The village of Kumrovec is located directly on the border between Croatia and Slovenia, separated by the Sutla River.
The interior is furnished to reflect the authentic living conditions of a multi-generational family during the 1890s.
The site was officially converted into a memorial museum in 1953.
The birthplace of Josip Broz Tito is a preserved traditional Zagorje-style house located in the village of Kumrovec, Croatia. Built in 1860, it serves as the centerpiece of the Staro Selo (Old Village) Ethnological Museum. The site documents the domestic life of a peasant family in the late 19th century through original furnishings and agricultural implements. It remains one of the most visited historical sites in the Krapina-Zagorje County, reflecting the early environment of Yugoslavia’s long-term leader. The surrounding museum complex showcases a collection of restored vernacular architecture that demonstrates regional building techniques. The house itself is a protected cultural monument that provides insight into the socio-economic conditions of the Austro-Hungarian period.
The front of the house featuring the bronze Tito monument with the backdrop of the traditional architecture.
Explore the surrounding 'Staro Selo' museum grounds to see traditional crafts and workshops.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the village complex consists of stone paths and uneven terrain.
Combine the visit with a trip to the nearby Sutla River walking trails for a better view of the border landscape.
Do not attempt to visit only the house without exploring the wider ethnological museum village, as the context is integral to the site.
Closed on Mondays during the winter season.
Respect the exhibits by not touching the period furniture; maintain a quiet tone inside the historical dwellings.
