From the very start of the Common Era the inhabitants of this area have expressed great interest in arts and culture, a love that has been preserved to this very day. Today, fans of museums, the theatre, arts and music can all find a safe haven in Novo mesto. So stop by the Lower Carniola Museum, attend an event at the Janez Trdina Cultural Centre, and slake your thirst for drama at the Anton Podbevšek Theatre. Various permanent and temporary exhibitions are awaiting visitors at the Jakac House.