What makes the Tyrš´ House special?

Before the year 1921 the building was called ´Mnichův palác´ (Monk's Palace) and served as military armoury, which however deteriorated over a long period of time. In 1921 it was acquired by the Czechoslovak Sokol Association which created an architectural treasure from its ruins. The first stones for the construction, which continued until 1926, were collected from various memorable sites of our country and were laid down on the day of celebration of foundation of the Czechoslovak Republic, on 28. October 1923.

Alfons Mucha does not need long introductions. This excellent Czech painter and illustrator, graphics and decorative art designer is the best-known representative of Art Nouveau, artistic style at the beginning of the last century. The Paris Musée du Luxembourg prepared a luxury exhibition which offers a view of his complex creation, evoking at the same time the creative atmosphere and artistic changes of the Belle Époque.