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Explore the Historical Development of Construction and Building Materials at National Technical Museum Prague

This permanent display offers a comprehensive overview of architectural and construction history, emphasizing practical and historical aspects.

The "Construction" exhibition at the National Technical Museum in Prague provides an engaging look into the historical evolution of how buildings are made. Visitors can learn about the different types of building elements, from foundations to roofs, and discover the processing of materials like wood, stone, and clay throughout history. This detailed display illustrates the progression of building techniques and architectural adaptation over centuries.

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Exhibition summary

This permanent exhibition at the National Technical Museum in Prague explores the historical development of building elements, materials, and structures. Visitors can learn about various construction materials like wood, stone, and clay, and their processing, alongside different building structures from foundations to roofing.

Curatorial context

The "Construction" exhibition at the National Technical Museum aims to provide an attractive and clear presentation of the historical evolution of building elements, materials, and structures. It allows visitors to delve into the world of construction by learning about different building materials, including wood, stone, and clay, and how they were processed for use in building projects throughout history. The exhibition is organized across several floors, guiding visitors through the various stages of building, from the foundational elements and rough construction to surface treatments, types of openings, and the technical equipment of buildings. It also details roofing structures, such as trusses and roofing materials. This permanent display is designed to offer a comprehensive overview of architectural and construction history, emphasizing the practical and historical aspects of how buildings have been created. It serves as an educational resource, illustrating the progression of building techniques and the adaptation of materials over time.

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Permanent display (no announced closing date)
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