Gallery 11/07/95 has been recognized by leading global media outlets as one of the most important sites of remembrance in Europe and a key cultural destination in Sarajevo. The Sunday Times, National Geographic and The Guardian have all written about the gallery, highlighting its role in connecting art, memory and responsibility.
The Sunday Times
The prestigious British newspaper The Sunday Times listed Gallery 11/07/95 among Sarajevo’s must see destinations, describing it as “more than a place of remembrance; it is a space that questions how trauma is represented, how to speak of the unspeakable, and how art can inspire responsibility.” The gallery’s central message “You are my witness” is emphasized as a reminder that every visitor assumes the role of an ethical witness.
National Geographic
In the special issue National Geographic European Cities, the gallery was recognized as a key institution of European and global memory culture. According to the magazine, “Gallery 11/07/95 refuses to reduce tragedies to mere commemorative gestures, placing individual experiences and memories at the forefront.” At the heart of the permanent exhibition are Tarik Samarah’s black and white photographs from the monograph Srebrenica, transformed into a powerful visual experience. The guiding message “You are my witness” is presented as a call to action and a reminder of personal responsibility.
The Guardian
The Guardian describes Gallery 11/07/95 as “a place where you are met not by silence, but by presence.” Located in Sarajevo’s historic center, the gallery blurs the line between memorial and artistic space, inviting visitors to bear witness to the genocide in Srebrenica. The article notes that the exhibition “preserves not only memory but also the urgency of the present,” while its multimedia approach transforms visitors into active participants in the culture of remembrance.
