The management of the shrine and the admirers of Our Lady express to this day, much the same as in the past, a lot of love and sacrifice towards Our Lady of the Rocks. Father Gracije Brajković should be especially credited.
Following the earthquake that happened on April 15, 1979, the museum was renovated.
Over time, the paintings in the shrine suffered damage from humidity and salt in the air, and have now started to be systematically restored.
On the southwestern part, towards Verige, a new dock was built in 2002.
The hall containing 70 paintings by local and foreign contemporary artists has been renovated.
During the summer, concerts and exhibitions by local and foreign artists are often held.
The shrine's visitor book contains numerous visitors' comments expressing appreciation for Our Lady of the Rocks. Many famous people have signed it - diplomats, novelists, military dignitaries, politicians, scientists, church dignitaries, and other famous persons from all over the world.
In addition to signatures, some visitors wrote short prayers and exalted reflections into the book.
This unique treasure trove of art contains many other artifacts worth seeing.
By visiting the shrine and its collections, one can realize that this place is more than just a museum. It continues to exist, as well, as a place where one can meet the past, but also the reality of human emotion.
Each year, on the 15th of August, hundreds of pilgrims gather on this miraculous little island to celebrate Mary's Ascension into the heavens. And so a historical continuity flows into a spiritual one, just as the inner beauty of this place is confirmed in the cathedral beauty of the bay in which it is situated.
Realization of this site is part of the