An inspiring voice – Ivana Leko reveals her personal “Step of Heritage”: a story, a place or a person that best represents Grude.

23 September 2026, at 11:00 AM

As part of the “European Heritage Days 2026” event—themed “Heritage in Danger: Revive, Resist, Rethink”—the Federal Ministry of Culture and Sports presents the “Steps of Heritage” podcast. The Municipality of Grude will be showcased during the “Culture Promenade” event. The sixteenth episode of the podcast will premiere on that occasion—Wednesday, 23 September 2026, at 11:00 AM on the Federal Ministry of Culture and Sports’ YouTube channel.

Ivana Leko, Director of the “Antun Branko Šimić” Cultural Center in Grude, discusses the importance of preserving literary heritage not merely in books, but through encounters, conversations, art, and new forms of engagement. She also explores how to make cultural heritage vibrant and interesting enough to inspire young people to discover and preserve it.

Each episode offers a glimpse into the world of creators, artists, musicians, athletes, and those who uphold cultural values ​​and contribute to the preservation of cultural heritage. Join us in celebrating youth, creativity, and the heritage that lives on through new generations.