Uncover Centuries of History: Who Lived at the Ctěnice Castle Exhibition at City of Prague Museum
This permanent exhibition explores the complex historical journey of Ctěnice Castle and its notable inhabitants.
The City of Prague Museum invites you to explore the fascinating history of Ctěnice Castle through this engaging permanent exhibition. Discover the estate's evolution from a Gothic fortress across various architectural eras, learning about the significant families who resided there. Exhibits feature documentary photographs, ceramics, and historical artifacts that reveal the castle's transformation over centuries.
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Exhibition summary
This permanent exhibition at the City of Prague Museum explores the history of the Ctěnice Castle estate by introducing its more and less well-known owners and tenants. Visitors can discover the complex historical journey of the castle, from its Gothic fortress origins through various architectural periods to its restoration.
Curatorial context
The City of Prague Museum presents "Who Lived at the Ctěnice Castle," a permanent exhibition dedicated to the history of this prestigious address. The exhibition delves into the estate's complex past, tracing its evolution from a Gothic fortress to its current state through architectural periods including Renaissance, Baroque, and Classicism. Visitors will learn about the significant historical figures who owned or resided at the castle, such as the Hrzán, Losy, Hazmburk, Windischgrätz, Schoeller, and Waldstein families. The exhibition also highlights the castle's more recent history, including a period of neglect after 1945 and its comprehensive restoration between 1997 and 2004. Documentary photographs and exhibits of ceramics, glass, and blacksmith works illustrate the building's transformation and the historical details discovered during its repair, including elements of original beam ceilings.
Admission and ticket notes
Admission is CZK 120 for adults, CZK 70 for reduced tickets, and CZK 240 for families. Ticket purchase and further information are available online.
Who Lived at the Ctěnice Castle key exhibition facts
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Venue
City of Prague Museum
Current status
Permanent collection
Exhibition schedule
Permanent display (no announced closing date)
Artist line / attribution
Information not currently available
Prague
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