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Museum of Communism and its collection

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The Museum Of Communism in Prague showcases an exhibition filled with a collection of artifacts, photographs, texts, propaganda materials, and videos showing the history of Czech communism. Opened in 2001, the museum wants to illustrate life behind the Iron Curtain, focusing mainly on lives of people in Prague.

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Museum of Communism
V Celnici 4
110 00 Prague

Visitor information Museum of Communism

Opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 20:00
Tuesday
9:00 – 20:00
Wednesday
9:00 – 20:00
Thursday
9:00 – 20:00
Friday
9:00 – 20:00
Saturday
9:00 – 20:00
Sunday
9:00 – 20:00

Admission

0 – 9Free
65+CZK 320.00
AdultsCZK 380.00
FamilyCZK 800.00
StudentsCZK 290.00

Facilities

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Location & Map

V Celnici 4, Prague

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Exhibitions

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Museum of Communism Reviews

Museum of Communism has 2 ratings.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Museum of Communism in Prague offers visitors an insight into life under communist rule in Czechoslovakia. Located in the heart of the city, this museum presents a collection of artifacts, multimedia displays, and informative exhibits that chronicle the rise and fall of communism in the country.

    Many visitors appreciate the museum's comprehensive approach to presenting the history of communism, from its inception to its eventual downfall. The exhibits are generally well-organized and provide a good overview of the era, including both political and everyday aspects of life under the regime.

    Positive aspects often mentioned include the authentic objects on display, such as propaganda posters, uniforms, and household items from the communist period. The museum also receives praise for its attempts to recreate environments from the era, such as a schoolroom and an interrogation room, which help to immerse visitors in the atmosphere of the time.

    However, some visitors find the museum relatively small and feel that it could benefit from more interactive elements or a more in-depth exploration of certain topics. A few reviewers mention that some exhibits and information panels could use updating or maintenance.

    The museum's location in a former palace, ironically situated above a McDonald's, is often noted as an interesting juxtaposition. While some find this fitting, others feel it somewhat detracts from the serious nature of the subject matter.

    Overall, the Museum of Communism provides a solid introduction to this important period in Czech history, though it may not satisfy those seeking a more extensive or scholarly examination of the subject.

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  • Stijn
    Stijn • 6 Dec 2024

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