Museum

Museum of Eastern Bohemia

was founded in 1880. The museum is currently in possession of more than 3 000 000 items, which are a part of archeological, natural science and historical collections and is the largest museum in the region of Hradec Králové. Some of the most precious exhibits include Elizabeth Richeza’s belt, tools from the city’s torture chambers, prehistoric exhibits and also a memorial to the battle of Chlum 1866 (second largest battle of the 19th century). The museum is a significant cultural institution but is also a one of the greatest cultural monuments itself. (see Historic and Cultural Monuments ) [33]

Entry fee	Basic: 50 CZK Students: 20 CZK
Open times	TUE-SUN 9.00 - 17.00
Interesting tips	Museum night, expositions, lectures, additional events
Web pages in EN	www.muzeumhk.cz/museum-gb.html