Prague – National Technical Museum reopens

After four years, the National Technical Museum has reopened in Prague. It is the oldest national technical museum of its kind in Europe.

With its reopening, the museum presents itself in a new guise. The closure of the Technical National Museum in Prague became necessary for various reasons. Among other things, extensive work was carried out on the building and museum grounds. Many exhibits were also repaired or restored. The renovations are immediately apparent in the foyer. The entrance vestibule, main staircase and conference hall have also been given a new lease of life. For the first time, visitors can enjoy the singing fountain inside the building. The fountain dates back to Expo 1958 and offers an early glimpse of the remarkable technological advances of the 20th century. The cinema will once again attract visitors’ attention. Admirers of the National Technical Museum in Prague will notice that the cinema has not only been newly equipped, but also boasts unique new acoustics. Visitors to the National Technical Museum in the Czech Republic can also look forward to a modern car park.

The museum features five permanent exhibitions exploring different areas of technology. The history of transport remains a highlight, while astronomy is sure to attract curious visitors. Printing technology is also fascinating: it changed considerably over the course of a century and, above all, became much simpler. The art of photography beautifully illustrates the connections between technology, physics and the human eye. It may be hard to believe, but architecture, construction and design are not merely art forms; above all, they demand unique techniques from their creative practitioners. All the exhibitions are accompanied by original machines and vehicles from the period, interactive programs and extensive documentation.

The reopening of the National Technical Museum in Prague could be a great reason to discover the famous Prague Spring and enjoy the first warm rays of sunshine on a short trip to Prague.