Regionální muzeum a galerie v Jičíně
Regional museum and gallery in the Jičín château with an interactive exhibition on the history of the region; the permanent exhibition is closed for reconstruction.
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About the museum
Museum activity in Jičín dates back to the second half of the 19th century, when economic societies collected objects. The permanent exhibition was first opened in 1896 in the building of the municipal savings bank and, apart from the years of occupation, operated until 1948. A new exhibition on the first floor of the Jičín château was solemnly opened on 12 June 1949.
From 1969 to 1989 the exhibition was closed because of the reconstruction of the château. A separate gallery was established in 1965 as the Galerie výtvarných umění Jičín (Gallery of Fine Arts Jičín); from 1975 it had a large exhibition hall in the reconstructed château stables, and from January 1987 it was again joined with the museum as the Okresní muzeum a galerie Jičín (District Museum and Gallery Jičín). Today's Regional Museum and Gallery is a regional contributory organisation and also presents itself as the Muzeum hry (Museum of Play).
The permanent exhibition on the history and nature of the Jičín region offered several routes through the tour, including one with a family guide, game elements and the theme of Albrecht of Valdštejn (Wallenstein). Since 15 October 2023 the permanent exhibition has been closed for a complete reconstruction, and the opening of the new exhibition is planned for 2026. The museum also includes the Šolcův statek branch in Sobotka.
Highlights
- Seat in the Jičín château on Valdštejnovo náměstí
- Muzeum hry with an interactive exhibition on the history of the Jičín region (currently closed)
- Gallery with exhibitions by regional and nationally recognised artists
- Šolcův statek branch in Sobotka
- Educational programmes for schools, including a guided tour of Jičín
- Founded
- 1896
- Operated by
- Královéhradecký kraj
- Director
- PhDr. Michal Babík
Admission & discounts
| Adults | 70 Kč |
|---|---|
| Reduced | 30 Kčchildren and students |
| Children & teens | 30 Kčfree up to age 9 · Children under 10 enter free. |
| Seniors | freeSeniors from 65 enter free. |
| Students & apprentices | 30 Kč |
| Families | 150 KčThe family ticket applies to 2 adults and 2–3 children. |
Free admission: Every first Wednesday of the month is free admission.
The admission prices given apply to the gallery; the museum's permanent exhibition is closed. Citizens of Ukraine get free admission to the museum and gallery upon proof of identity.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 9 |
|---|---|
| Family ticket | 150 Kč · The family ticket applies to 2 adults and 2–3 children. |
- Family tours & workshops
The museum offers educational programmes for children and schools, for example a guided tour of Jičín's historic centre or the programme Tradice na faře.
Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| School programs | yes |
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| Good to know | Groups and schools can book a visit by telephone on +420 493 532 204. Educational programmes also take place at the presbytery in Robousy (Robousy 70; orders by telephone on +420 720 056 430). |
