Museum of the City of Prague
Muzeum hlavního města Prahy
A major cultural institution that documents the history of Prague through a network of exhibitions and historical buildings, including the Clam-Gallas Palace, Müller Villa, and Ctěnice Chateau. The museum offers a wide range of expositions, events, and educational programs for all ages.

📜 Explore Prague's rich history and culture across a network of unique historical buildings.
🏛️ Discover permanent and temporary exhibitions, educational programs, and special events for all ages.

Why Go

🏰 Visit iconic Baroque palaces and historical houses like Clam-Gallas Palace and House at the Golden Ring.
📚 Dive into Prague's past with expositions on medieval history, life on the Vltava River, and historical crafts.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy interactive family programs and educational workshops.
🚶‍♀️ Join themed guided walks through different parts of Prague.
🎨 Experience diverse cultural events and temporary exhibitions.

Museum Buildings & Expositions

  • Clam-Gallas Palace: Representative Baroque palace with audioguide or guided tours.
  • House at the Golden Ring: Features 'Prague of Charles IV – a medieval city' and 'Prague 1606' expositions.
  • Müller Villa: Closed for reconstruction from February 1, 2025.
  • Podskalí Custom House at Výtoň: Focuses on the history of rafting with 'The Defunct Podskalí and Life on the Vltava River'.
  • Ctěnice Chateau Complex: Expositions on chateau history, Vinoř village, and historical crafts ('Řemesla v pořádku').
  • Rothmayer Villa: Exposition on architect Otto Rothmayer's life and work.
  • Norbertov Study and Documentation Centre: Presents 'Architect Adolf Loos - models and photographs'.
  • Main Building of the Museum of Prague: Closed for reconstruction, planned reopening autumn 2025.

Programs & Events

🖼️ Exhibitions & Expositions: Covering various historical and cultural themes.
🎤 Events: Themed events, lectures, and commemorative actions (e.g., 'Prague Uprising – 80 years since May 1945').
🚶‍♀️ Guided Walks: Themed walks through different parts of Prague.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Programs: Interactive tours and workshops for children and families.
🏫 Educational Programs: For schools (kindergarten to high school) on archaeology, medieval history, and local crafts.

Museum Shops

🛍️ Shops available at House at the Golden Ring, Ctěnice Chateau Complex, Norbertov Study and Documentation Centre, and Podskalí Custom House at Výtoň.
🛒 An e-shop is also available for online purchases.

Other Services

🏢 Rentals: Museum spaces available for commercial rentals.
📖 Publications: Publishes the peer-reviewed journal 'Studia Musei Pragensis'.
📰 Media: Provides press releases and journalist accreditation for free entry, photography, or filming.

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