The Dancing House — An Exhibition Uncovering Prague's Iconic Architectural Journey
Delve into the design and creation story of this celebrated Prague landmark through rare archival materials.
This special exhibition in Prague celebrates 30 years of the distinctive Dancing House building, revealing its profound architectural and historical significance. Explore a comprehensive collection of previously unseen archival documents, compelling photographs, and original design insights. The display features contributions from renowned architects Vlado Milunić and Frank O. Gehry, alongside personal artifacts of Václav Havel, offering a unique perspective on its legacy.
About The Dancing House — The Story of an Iconic Building at Powder Tower in Prague
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Exhibition summary
This exhibition commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Dancing House's opening, detailing its architectural history and creation. It features archival materials, photographs of the building's evolution, and historical context of its location.
Curatorial context
Created to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Dancing House's opening, this exhibition delves into the history, architecture, and lesser-known aspects of its creation. Visitors can view previously unpublished archival materials, newly discovered photographs documenting the building's changes over three decades, and historical images of the site dating back to 1860. The exhibition offers unique access to technical spaces and courtyard views not typically accessible to the public.
The exhibition, created in collaboration with the Frank O. Gehry Foundation, highlights the architects Vlado Milunić and Frank O. Gehry. It includes personal items and awards of Milunić and Václav Havel, original construction documentation, and period prints. Significant artifacts include models of the Dancing House by Gehry and Milunić, a large new detailed model, and unrealized building concepts. Additional displays feature original glass tables by Eva Jiřičná, doors, lighting, office furniture from the nineties, and lenticular artworks. Interactive elements like 3D visualizations on touch screens and iPad presentations are also available, along with a program of guided tours.
Admission and ticket notes
The exhibition is open daily from 9:00 to 20:00. Specific ticketing or admission details are not provided on this page, but it is associated with the Dancing House Gallery, which may have its own entry requirements.
The Dancing House — The Story of an Iconic Building key exhibition facts
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Venue
Powder Tower
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Jun 20, 1996
Artist line / attribution
Featuring Vlado Milunić, Frank O. Gehry, and Eva Jiřičná. The exhibition also presents personal items and awards of Václav Havel.
Prague
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