Vlastivědné muzeum v Šumperku
Regional museum in the neo-Renaissance Pavlínin dvůr, with a permanent exhibition on the nature and history of north-western Moravia in 11 halls, the Muzejíčko for children and exhibition rooms.
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About the museum
The Šumperk museum began as a private collection as early as 1896. At the beginning of the 20th century it was housed in the Dominican monastery, and later in the nearby Geschader House. After the Second World War the Czech state administration took it over, and the collections gradually settled in Pavlínin dvůr, which the museum has used since the 1960s.
Pavlínin dvůr was originally a 19th-century farmstead with cowsheds, a dairy and storerooms. The north wing was rebuilt into a neo-Renaissance palace, completed in 1882 by Baron Karl Chiari, who named it after his wife Paulina. Today the building is a listed monument; besides the museum it houses a tourist information centre, and the inner courtyard hosts cultural and social events.
The permanent exhibition Příroda a dějiny severozápadní Moravy (Nature and History of North-Western Moravia) is installed in eleven halls and is accompanied by an audio guide with the voice of Baroness Paulina Chiari. The museum also uses five exhibition spaces for short-term exhibitions and has run the Muzejíčko for families with children since 2016. The Vlastivědné muzeum v Šumperku also has branches in Úsov, Zábřeh, Mohelnice and the Adolf Kašpar Memorial in Loštice.
Highlights
- Permanent exhibition Příroda a dějiny severozápadní Moravy in 11 halls
- Renaissance painted baptismal font from 1615 from Maršíkov
- Fifteen late Baroque statues of apostles and evangelists from Králíky
- Objects relating to the witch trials of 1678–1693
- Audio guide in four languages with the voice of Baroness Paulina Chiari
- Muzejíčko with interactive exhibitions for families
Permanent exhibition
- Příroda a dějiny severozápadní Moravy – The permanent exhibition in eleven halls presents the geology, plants and animals of the region, archaeological finds, and the history of the Šumperk area from prehistoric times to the 20th century, including crafts and industry.
- Founded
- 1896
- Operated by
- Olomoucký kraj (příspěvková organizace)
Admission & discounts
| Adults | 80 Kč |
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| Reduced | 50 Kčprimary school pupils, secondary and university students, seniors from 65, holders of a ZTP card including an escort |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 5 · Children up to 6 years enter the permanent exhibition free; in groups of 5 or more, children up to 6 receive a discount. |
| Seniors | 50 KčSeniors from 65. |
| Visitors with disabilities | 50 KčThe discount also applies to the escort. |
| Students & apprentices | 50 KčPrimary school pupils and secondary and university students. |
| Groups (5+ people) | –Discount for groups of pupils and students of 5 or more, including accompanying teachers. |
| Families | –Holders of a family pass receive a 20% discount on the total admission for the family. |
The prices given apply to the permanent exhibition. Prices for short-term exhibitions, lectures and workshops are set separately and shown on the poster. Free admission is granted to holders of the Olomouc Region Card (permanent exhibition only), members of AMG, ZMS, RG ČR, RGS and ICOM, employees of the Olomouc Region, and accompanying teachers.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The Muzejíčko is step-free accessible. The museum's website gives no information on step-free access to the main building and the permanent exhibition. Assistance and guide dogs, and small dogs in a carrier bag, may enter the exhibition spaces; the owner must register the dog at the ticket desk.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 5 |
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- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
- Baby changing facilities
The Muzejíčko is a facility for families with children, with interactive exhibitions and programmes. A room for breastfeeding and heating baby food is available, as well as a step-free baby changing room with a changing table. Pushchairs can be taken into the Muzejíčko and the courtyard.
Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
The car park in Fialova Street is paid on weekdays and free at weekends and on public holidays.
Amenities & dining
- Museum shop
Museum shop; at the ticket desk small refreshments and drinks are sold, and in summer there is seating in the courtyard. Bicycle stands are in front of the ticket desk.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Audio guide | yes (CS, DE, EN, PL) |
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| School programs | yes |
| Photography | Photography is generally prohibited in the permanent exhibition and the exhibition spaces; it is permitted in the Muzejíčko and in the courtyard. Commercial recordings require the director's consent. |
| Good to know | An automatic audio guide accompanies the permanent exhibition; the museum also offers a 3D virtual tour of the exhibition on the internet and educational programmes for schools. Visitors must wear indoor slippers to enter the Muzejíčko. |
