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Antonín Dvořák Museum, Prague

Prague's baroque palace dedicated to the composer's life and work.

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Explore the life and musical contributions of Antonín Dvořák at his dedicated museum. Housed in a beautiful Baroque villa, it features a unique collection of his manuscripts, correspondence, and personal items, alongside exhibitions on his remarkable career.

Discover the Antonín Dvořák Museum, dedicated to the celebrated Czech composer, located in Prague's elegant Baroque villa "America."

Antonín Dvořák Museum
About the Antonín Dvořák Museum

The Antonín Dvořák Museum, founded in 1932, is dedicated to the life and work of the renowned Czech composer in Prague’s New Town. Housed within the historic Baroque villa "America," the museum's core mission is to collect, preserve, and make accessible a unique collection of Dvořák’s music autographs, correspondence, and other documentary materials. Visitors can explore his enduring legacy within this architecturally significant setting.

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Antonín Dvořák Museum opening hours in Prague

Check today’s opening status, weekly schedule, and special date changes for Antonín Dvořák Museum. Use these opening hours to plan your arrival and avoid closed times in Prague.

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Antonín Dvořák Museum Ticket Information

The Antonín Dvořák Museum in Prague offers a clear admission structure for visitors. Adult entry requires a purchased ticket, while children aged 0-15 can enjoy free admission. For convenience, e-tickets are valid for a single entry and must be used within 30 days from the date of purchase. It is important to remember that all purchased tickets are non-refundable and cannot be changed.

Standard Admission

CZK 70.00

Valid for a one-time entry 30 days from purchase.

Reduced Admission

CZK 50.00

Reduced rate for eligible visitors Valid for a one-time entry 30 days from purchase.

Visitor Services and Amenities at the Antonín Dvořák Museum

The Antonín Dvořák Museum provides a variety of visitor services, including a complimentary cloakroom and an onsite shop offering music-related souvenirs. While the building has limited accessibility for wheelchair users, other features include options for online ticket purchasing, photography permissions for personal use, and facilitated group tours. The site is easily reached via local public transport, and please note that the general policy restricts animals, with the exception of service and assistance animals.

Service animals allowed

Available

Cloakroom

Available

Guided tours for the public

Limited
Extra charge

Multi-language guided tours

Available
Extra charge
Museum pass access at the Antonín Dvořák Museum

Visitors to the Antonín Dvořák Museum in Prague can use select regional museum passes to facilitate their experience. These programs offer various forms of entry, including inclusive access to the permanent collection, allowing you to explore the legacy of this celebrated composer within his dedicated exhibition space.

Antonín Dvořák Museum Location

The Antonín Dvořák Museum is situated at Ke Karlovu 20 in Prague's historic New Town neighborhood. This location within the elegant Baroque villa "America" offers visitors a serene setting, conveniently placed for exploring other cultural attractions in the Czech capital.

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Ke Karlovu 20

120 00 Prague

New Town, Prague, CZ

Visiting the Antonín Dvořák Museum

When visiting the Antonín Dvořák Museum in Prague's New Town, it is recommended for group visits to book in advance to ensure entry due to limited capacity. Tickets can be purchased online, valid for 30 days from purchase, or at the box office. The museum is not wheelchair accessible, though staff can assist with steps, and public transport options like Subway C or various trams offer convenient arrival.

Visiting the Antonín Dvořák Museum

Exploring the Antonín Dvořák Museum

The Antonín Dvořák Museum, located in Prague's New Town, offers an immersive experience into the life and musical legacy of the celebrated Czech composer. Situated within the exquisite Baroque villa “America,” designed by Kilián Ignác Diezenhofer, the museum carefully preserves a unique collection of Dvořák's music autographs, personal correspondence, and period photographs. The permanent exhibition, "The Journeys of Antonín Dvořák," guides visitors through his biographical and musical development with relevant artifacts. The historic villa’s setting, featuring a sculpture-filled garden and Johann Ferdinand Schor’s classical mythology frescos, provides an atmospheric backdrop. Guests can thus meaningfully encounter the composer's world and understand his enduring influence on Czech music history.

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History of the Antonín Dvořák Museum

The Antonín Dvořák Museum was established in 1932, becoming part of the Czech Museum of Music in Prague. It is housed in an early 18th-century Baroque building, designed by Kilian Ignaz Dientzenhofer, which, though historically significant, has no direct link to the composer. Dedicated to Dvořák's legacy, the museum acts as a vital research center, preserving his original musical manuscripts, personal letters, and objects such as his viola and piano. In 2023, a key part of its collection, the Antonín Dvořák Archive, received international recognition, inscribed in the UNESCO Memory of the World Programme Register for its **profound documentary heritage**.

  • Established in 1932

    1932Founding

    The Antonín Dvořák Museum was established in 1932 and is part of the Czech Museum of Music, which is itself a component of the National Museum in Prague. It has been housed in a Baroque building designed by Kilian Ignaz Dientzenhofer since its founding.

  • Baroque building designed by Kilian Ignaz Dientzenhofer

    Architecture

    Since 1932, the museum has been situated in a Baroque style building. This structure was designed by the architect Kilian Ignaz Dientzenhofer in the early 18th century, though the building itself has no direct historical connection to Antonín Dvořák. It is located in the northern part of Prague's New Town.

  • Houses composer's manuscripts and personal items

    Collection

    The museum's collection includes photographs, newspaper cuttings, programmes, and personal objects belonging to composer Antonín Dvořák, notably his viola and piano. It also holds a significant collection of his manuscripts and correspondence, serving as a vital research center for Dvořák studies.

  • Antonín Dvořák Archive recognized by UNESCO

    2023Cultural significance

    In May 2023, a selected part of the National Museum–Antonín Dvořák Museum's collection, the Antonín Dvořák Archive, was inscribed in the UNESCO Memory of the World Programme Register. This recognition highlights its importance as significant documentary heritage, following the inclusion of the Leoš Janáček Archive.

  • UNESCO-listed archive includes manuscripts and letters

    2023Collection

    The UNESCO-registered Antonín Dvořák Archive comprises Dvořák's musical manuscripts, letters, personal documents, non-musical manuscripts, his personal library, iconographic documents, first editions of his compositions, printed materials, diplomas, and honorary memberships. A total of 3,500 units were part of the nomination, though the museum's total collection is around 9,000 items.

Antonín Dvořák Museum: Your Curious Questions Answered

Ever wondered if the Antonín Dvořák Museum is open every day, or if its historic baroque setting is fully wheelchair accessible? Get clear answers to these and other important questions, from group bookings to special opening hours, ensuring your visit to the composer's former residence is perfectly planned.

What is the main phone number for the Antonín Dvořák Museum?

You can reach the Antonín Dvořák Museum by phone at +420 224 497 584 for inquiries regarding the ticket office and accessibility information.

How do I book a guided tour for a group at the Antonín Dvořák Museum?

Guided tours for groups, especially those of 30 or more people, require prior booking. You can arrange this by emailing [email protected] or by calling +420 224 497 581.

What is the general contact email for the Antonín Dvořák Museum?

For general enquiries and to book school or organised group visits at the Antonín Dvořák Museum, you can send an email to [email protected].

Do I need a reservation to visit the Antonín Dvořák Museum?

Reservations are recommended for group visits to the Antonín Dvořák Museum to avoid potential delays due to limited capacity. Individual visitors do not require timed entry.

Planning Your Visit to Antonín Dvořák Museum

When preparing for your visit to the Antonín Dvořák Museum, it is recommended that groups book in advance due to limited capacity. Please note the historic building is not fully wheelchair accessible, though staff can assist with steps to the entrance, and only the ground floor is open to visitors. A free cloakroom is available on the ground floor for your convenience. Non-commercial photography is permitted without flash or tripod, and service animals are welcome, though other pets are not allowed.

Antonín Dvořák Museum Visitor Profile

The Antonín Dvořák Museum in Prague offers an experience suited for solo visitors, couples, groups, and students interested in classical music, Czech history, and Baroque architecture. Those exploring the life and work of the renowned composer will find the exhibitions engaging. Visitors should note that while photography is allowed without flash or tripods, the building is not fully wheelchair accessible, with staff available to assist with steps to the ground floor. Groups planning a visit are encouraged to make advance reservations, especially for guided tours.

Antonín Dvořák Museum Gallery

Explore a visual journey through the Antonín Dvořák Museum in Prague, housed within the elegant Baroque Villa America. The gallery offers a preview of the museum's stately interiors, featuring historical wooden showcases and Johann Ferdinand Schor’s classical mythology frescos. Visitors can anticipate views of exhibitions dedicated to Dvořák's life and work, alongside glimpses of the landscaped garden adorned with sculptures by Matyáš Bernard Braun’s workshop.

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