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Explore 'The Journeys of Antonín Dvořák': A Permanent Exhibition on the Composer's Life and Travels

Discover Antonín Dvořák's fascinating life and extensive global journeys through authentic personal artifacts at his dedicated museum.

The Journeys of Antonín Dvořák" is a permanent exhibition at the Antonín Dvořák Museum, offering an in-depth look at the celebrated Czech composer's life. Visitors can trace his remarkable travels from his homeland across various European cities and his significant time in America. The displays feature modern graphics alongside authentic personal belongings, including Dvořák's viola, piano, and ceremonial gown, providing intimate insights into his musical career and global expeditions.

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Exhibition summary

This permanent exhibition at the Antonín Dvořák Museum documents the life and travels of the renowned Czech composer Antonín Dvořák. Visitors can trace his journeys from his homeland across Europe and to America, exploring his personal items and connection to Bohemia.

Curatorial context

The permanent exhibition 'The Journeys of Antonín Dvořák' is housed at the dedicated Antonín Dvořák Museum, offering an in-depth look at the composer's life, with a particular focus on his extensive travels. Dvořák, recognized as one of the era's most prominent Czech globetrotters, is presented through a narrative that guides visitors along his life's paths, from his birthplace in Nelahozeves to Prague, across various European destinations, his significant time in America, and his eventual return to Bohemia. The exhibition utilizes modern graphics and displays authentic personal belongings that provide intimate insights into the composer's life. Among the items featured are Dvořák's spectacles, his viola, his piano, furniture from his personal study, and the ceremonial gown he received when awarded an honorary degree from Cambridge University. Additionally, commemorative wreaths and other personal effects are on display, offering visitors a tangible connection to the artist.

Admission and ticket notes

Tickets can be purchased online or at the box office. Some days offer free admission, and group visits are encouraged to book in advance due to limited capacity. Specific dates may have altered opening hours or closures.

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Czech Museum of Music
Current status
Permanent collection
Exhibition schedule
Permanent display (no announced closing date)
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