April 30, 2026

Rare Croatian Stamp Exhibit to Make U.S. Debut at Alexandria’s Torpedo Factory Art Center

Croatian Post and Croatia’s Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs unveil rarely seen stamps to mark Team Croatia’s World Cup Team Base Camp in Alexandria 

ALEXANDRIA, VA—On Monday, May 4 from 6-7 p.m. EDT, the Croatian Post and the Croatian Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs will debut an exhibit of rare Croatian postage stamps at the Torpedo Factory Art Center on Alexandria’s Potomac River waterfront. Titled “Discover Croatia: A Journey Through Tiny Windows of History,” the exhibit marks the first time this collection has traveled outside Croatia.

The opening event on Monday, May 4^th at 6 p.m. will feature remarks from Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins and Croatian Ambassador to the United States Pjer Šimunović.

The exhibition examines Croatia’s natural beauty, history and national identity through philately, the study and collection of postage stamps. By presenting Croatian stamps, it demonstrates how these items reflect the nation’s cultural heritage and historical development. In addition to their documentary value, the stamps are distinguished by their artistic quality.

Specifically, the collection presented in Alexandria features stamps showcasing:

·       Historic milestones, including the 1100th Anniversary of the Kingdom of Croatia and the 900th Anniversary of the Baška Tablet.

·       Notable Croatian figures like Dr. Franjo Tuđman, Historian and former President of Croatia, and Luka Modrić, a Croatian soccer player.

·       Croatian innovations like the torpedo and the cravat, a fashion staple named after the Croats.

·       Natural wonders of the Croatian coast, Mediterranean ships, and the sacred beauty of the Shrine of Marija Bistrica.

The exhibit serves as a cultural exchange ahead of Team Croatia establishing its World Cup Team Base Camp in Alexandria this June and will be on display for the public through May 10^th.

DETAILS:

WHAT:

“Discover Croatia: A Journey Through Tiny Windows of History,”

WHERE:

Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 N Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314

WHEN:

Opening Event: Monday, May 4 | 6-7 p.m. EDT

Exhibit is open to the public through May 10^th | 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

WHO:

Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins, Croatian Ambassador to the U.S. Pjer Šimunović, and civic and business leaders.

Media interested in attending the opening event on Monday, May 4^th at 6pm should RSVP to Andrew Postal at apostal@visitalexva.com.