The Memorial to František Palacký and František Ladislav Rieger at the Czech Museum of Music offers a profound look into 19th-century intellectual life. Visitors can immerse themselves in the meticulously preserved original flat where these significant historical figures lived and worked. Explore their study, salon, ante-room, and unique ethnographic collections from their granddaughter, gaining insight into Czech cultural heritage.
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This long-term exhibition preserves the original living and working environment of František Palacký and František Ladislav Rieger, significant figures of the 19th century. Visitors can explore their preserved study, salon, and ante-room, as well as ethnographic collections from their granddaughter.
The Memorial to František Palacký and František Ladislav Rieger offers a unique glimpse into the historical lives of these prominent 19th-century personalities. Located in the flat where they lived and worked, the exhibition meticulously preserves their original environment. The space showcases Palacký's study, a salon, an ante-room, and a smaller room dedicated to the ethnographic collections of Libuše Bráfová, Palacký's granddaughter. The interior has evolved over time, reflecting the necessities of life for its residents and additions made by subsequent family members, providing a rich historical context for visitors.
Tickets for guided tours can be purchased online or at the box office and can be paid for in cash or by card. Specific dates are available for guided tours, including a free admission day on Sunday, May 31, 2026, which requires reservation. Various concession rates are available, including free admission for children up to 15 accompanied by an adult, and for certain groups with specific cards or IDs. Visitors with a ticket to the Museum Complex of the National Museum can gain free entry within 30 days, with or without a reservation depending on group size.
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