Bílkova vila
The studio villa of the sculptor František Bílek from 1910–1911, with a new permanent exhibition of his works; it is managed by the Prague City Gallery.
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About the museum
The studio villa on Hradčany was built in 1910–1911 by the sculptor, graphic artist and architect František Bílek, to his own designs. Bílek wanted to create complete environments in which his works could express themselves in their full spiritual depth, and the building is therefore conceived as an idea: the segmental floor plan recalls the trace of a scythe cutting grain, and the columns are meant to refer to sheaves. Raw brick and roughly worked stone bring the house close to nature and to human labour. The irregularly arranged interior is dominated by a tall studio.
Since 1963 the villa has been managed by the Prague City Gallery. In June 2022, on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of Bílek’s birth, it reopened to the public after renovations, with a new permanent exhibition. The aim was to remove disruptive and non-original elements and to make the interiors accessible more sensitively, so that the house now feels more lived-in and the artist’s works are installed with regard to their spiritual essence.
The exhibition presents above all Bílek’s early sculptural work, full of mysticism. In the former workshop stand monumental figurative compositions, for example Úžas, Mojžíš and a colossal design for the Hus Monument in Prague, along with works in wood, graphic art and ceramics. In the family dining room, the study and the other rooms, the first works, designs for monuments and portraits are arranged by theme, and the largest room on the first floor is devoted to a model of the Žižka Monument from 1912 to 1925.
Highlights
- Studio villa, František Bílek’s own architecture
- Monumental wooden sculptures Úžas and Mojžíš in the original studio
- Colossal design for the Hus Monument in Prague
- Model of the Žižka Monument in the largest room on the first floor
- Reading room with free entry
Permanent exhibition
- Stálá expozice Bílkovy vily – The exhibition in the originally furnished interiors of the villa presents Bílek’s early sculptural work, his graphic art, ceramics and the model of the Žižka Monument.
- Founded
- 1963
- Operated by
- Galerie hlavního města Prahy
Admission & discounts
| Adults | 150 Kč |
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| Reduced | 60 Kčpupils and students aged 11–26, seniors aged 65 and over, school groups (one teacher per group of 10 or more) |
| Children & teens | 50 Kčfree up to age 5 · Children aged 6–10 pay the reduced admission of CZK 50. |
| Seniors | 60 KčSeniors aged 65 and over. |
| Visitors with disabilities | freecompanion free · Holders of ZTP and ZTP/P cards enter free, and so does the companion of a ZTP/P holder. |
| Students & apprentices | 60 KčPupils and students aged 11–26. |
| Groups (10+ people) | –School groups: reduced admission; one accompanying teacher free for groups of at least 10 people. |
| Families | 330 KčFamily ticket for 2 adults and 1–4 children under 15. |
Admission to the villa is included in the ticket for the exhibition currently on show; tickets are sold at the ticket office or through the GoOut portal. Free entry for holders of GHMP Member, Member Plus and Patron cards. Entry to the reading room is free.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: not available
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The building has no step-free access.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 5 |
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| Family ticket | 330 Kč · Family ticket for 2 adults and 1–4 children under 15. |
- Family tours & workshops
Workshops are held for children and families, for example creative workshops for children with their parents; the family ticket costs CZK 330.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Chotkovy sady
Trams 2, 12, 18 and 20, Chotkovy sady stop.
The villa stands on Mickiewiczova Street in Prague 6 – Střešovice.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
The GHMP buildings house a bookshop and a reading room; entry to the reading room is free.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Guided tours are booked at vzdelavani@ghmp.cz at least one week in advance and are arranged for groups of more than 5 people. Organised groups of more than 5 people are advised to book in advance. A themed tour is available for schools. |
