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Jews in the Bohemian Lands, 19th-20th Century: A Permanent Exhibition of Jewish Culture in Prague

Discover the Jewish community's journey through two centuries of history and culture in the Bohemian Lands.

This extensive permanent exhibition at Prague's Spanish Synagogue offers a detailed look at Jewish life in the Bohemian and Moravian regions. It explores the community's evolution from the 19th through the 20th century. Visitors can trace their societal development from emancipation up to the transformative era of the Velvet Revolution, understanding a rich cultural legacy.

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Exhibition summary

This permanent exhibition, located in the Spanish Synagogue, explores the history and culture of the Jewish community in Bohemia and Moravia over the past two centuries. It delves into the life of Jewish society from emancipation up to the Velvet Revolution.

Curatorial context

The architecturally exceptional Spanish Synagogue now hosts a permanent exhibition titled 'Jews in the Bohemian Lands, 19th-20th Century'. This extensive display expands the museum's narrative, following the initial historical section found in the Maisel Synagogue. The exhibition meticulously examines the evolution of the Jewish community in Bohemia and Moravia across the 19th and 20th centuries, shedding light on their societal development from the era of emancipation through to the significant period of the Velvet Revolution.

Admission and ticket notes

Information about ticketing and admission is not explicitly detailed for this exhibition on this page. Visitors are likely directed to the general museum admission policies or may need to consult the Jewish Museum in Prague's official website for specific details regarding entry and booking for the Spanish Synagogue exhibition. Further details can typically be found via the 'More' link, which points to the Jewish Museum's permanent exhibitions section, or through direct inquiry with the museum. As this is described as a permanent exhibition within the Spanish Synagogue, entry might be linked to general admission for the Jewish Museum's sites or specific ticketing for the synagogue itself.

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