Chrudim Regional Museum


Chrudim Regional Museum collects historical materials and artisan works related to the area around city of Chrudim, Czech Republic.

History

A museum club in Chrudim was set up in 1865. In 1892 a professional institution was established under the name "Průmyslové muzeum pro východní Čechy v Chrudimi". The museum's first building was constructed during 1897–1898, the second during 1898–1901. The first, built in Neo-Renaissance style, served for the exhibitions, the second, built in Neo-Baroque style, housed cultural actions and accessions.
Until 2003 the official name of the museum was "Okresní muzeum v Chrudimi", since then it has borne the current name. An additional building on the outskirts of the city stores the deposits.

Exhibitions and activities

Most of the items kept by the museum cover history of the region. The collections are structured into:
Three permanent exhibitions cover:
Short-term exhibits focus on local history, natural science and art. Other services are:
The museum employs 25 people. It is opened year-round, except on Mondays.