As communism fell in Europe in the autumn and winter of 1989, several Americans were in Czechoslovakia and had the opportunity to witness a pivotal moment in history. This exhibit uses eyewitness accounts from Americans who were there, including a professor, a student, a reporter, and U.S. Embassy staff. Their notes, pictures, and videos combine to tell a fascinating story of revolution and freedom.
From November 2, 2024 to December 21, 2024.
Embark on a thrilling adventure with five young boys soaring above Prague in this visually stunning classic. Don’t miss this cinematic journey.
This biographical documentary delves into the life and legacy of one of the most celebrated Czech filmmakers in history.
Find out the creative inspirations behind Zeman's groundbreaking cinematic tricks and explore how he crafted his imaginative World, remaining a singular figure in the world of cinema. Discover the work of this self-taught genius, whose films, filled with timeless poetry and sincerity, continue to inspire audiences Around the globe.
November 1, 2024 Film Screening.
November 2, 2024 Documentary Screening.
Dip you toes into this vibrant town of ancient traditions and artistry in wood-carving, painting, textile printing and more. Pop up Exhibit On view Nov 1 - 30 at CCMH.
From November 1, 2024 to November 30, 2024.
Czech Center Museum Houston posílá do světa knížky, které už v knihovničce máme, nebo které již nevyužijeme. Zájemci o tituly na fotografiích níže, kontaktujte nás prosím na mailu czech@czechcenter.org. Domluvíme se s vámi výběr a předání v muzeu nebo se můžete přijít podívat 25. a 26. října. Finanční příspěvek za knížky je vítán, ale není nutný – jde nám hlavně o to, aby literatura našla nový domov!
From October 25, 2024 to October 26, 2024.
The 8th annual Czech Heritage Month concert featured an all-Smetana program as part of the celebrations surrounding Czech Independence Day, the Year of Czech Music, and the bicentennial of Bedřich Smetana. It was another spectacular performance by Apollo Chamber Players with special guest Rodolfo Morales. Thank you to a full house teeming with excitement! October 17, 2024
This year, just like last year, the Czech Center Museum Houston joins the Bike Challenge organized by the Czech Embassy in Washington, D.C. to celebrate the anniversary of the establishment of the independent Czechoslovak state.
October 13, 2024
Have you traveled to the Czech Republic and taken a lot of nice photos? Select one and submit it to Czechia Through Your Eyes contest. It should fit under one of the following categories: nature, cities, and life in the Czech Republic.
The CCMH Team will select 10 pictures from each category that will be posted on the CCMH Facebook profile and the photos with the most “Likes” will win in each category. Authors of the best pictures in each category will receive an award. A desk calendar will be made of the 12 best pictures and gifted to CCMH contacts for the New Year.
From October 1, 2024 to October 31, 2024
As is tradition, we held our September barbecue at the Bayou Parkland Pavilion in Hermann Park. Czech and Slovak families gathered for fellowship and to celebrate the start of the new school year.
September 28, 2024
The Czech Center Museum Houston invites you to participate in our second annual CCMH Bike / Run Challenge to celebrate the upcoming Czech Independence Day.
Cycle 19.18 km (12 miles) or run 11.17 km (7 miles) anytime during the challenge period from September 28 to October 28, 2024. Organize a ride with friends or cycle/run by yourself during the challenge period and share a photo from the activity with us. Pose with a Czech or Slovak symbol in the photo: a Czech flag, or perhaps a CCMH t-shirt — you decide!
From September 28, 2024 - October 28, 2024
Please join us for the last in a series of events exploring the work of Milan Kundera (1929-2023), the Czech writer whose books became an international phenomenon. During the Soviet domination of Czechoslovakia, Kundera reminded the world of his native country’s central place in European culture. His formative influences included the composer Leoš Janáček and that modern myth-maker, Franz Kafka. Kundera was also drawn to the imagination of France, where he settled in 1975. The cultural form that preoccupied Kundera was the novel. He leaned into its skepticism and comedy to contemplate societies distorted by ideology and vacuousness.
Robert Cremins and Dan Price from the Honors College at the University of Houston will lead us in a discussion of The Book of Laughter and Forgetting, which back in late 1980 The New York Times called “the most original book of the season.”
September 19, 2024
Join us as we dive into the background of these pieces and learn about the techniques and challenges involved in preserving these works of art.
Rachel Townsend and Lauren Enyart from Bradley’s Art & Frame will take us through the complex and delicate process of frame and art conservation and restoration.
September 6, 2024
Experience the creativity and dedication of our talented interns.
Witness the culmination of months of hard work as our summer interns present their projects on Czech and Slovak art, history, culture, & heritage. Engage with their in-depth research, thoughtfully designed displays, and curated mini-exhibits.
Bring your family and friends to support our future museum professionals and enjoy an evening of culture, innovation, and community. Complimentary parking is available in the adjacent lots.
We look forward to seeing you there!
August 10, 2024
On July 12, 2024, the CCMH was honored to welcome Czech President Petr Pavel and Eva Pavlová to Houston. The Prague delegation joined members of the Greater Houston Czech community for an intimate evening celebrating heritage, culture, and the future of Texas-Czech relations.
From the Czech Silver Thaler to the American Dollar is an exhibition held by the Museum of East Bohemia in conjunction with the University of Pardubice at the CCMH to present the 500 year “family history” of the dollar currency.
The exhibition presents the emergence and development of thaler (tolar) currencies in 16th-century Europe – starting with the large silver coins minted in Jáchymov (Joachimsthal) in 1520, which were known as Joachimsthalers or just thalers (after the town’s German name) – a name which eventually came to refer to all coins of this general type. The exhibition explains why the word ‘dollar’ was used for the newly created U.S. currency in the late 18th century, as well as tracing how the historical development of these coins (which continues up to the present day) has been connected with Bohemia’s former mineral wealth.
From July 12, 2024 to October 31, 2024
The Pardubická Muzika Brass Band delighted attendees with their lovely music on May 29, 2024! The talented band made their way from the Pardubice Conservatory of Music in the Czech Republic to perform traditional brass music at the CCMH!
Regarding the band, in only a short amount of time after being formed, Pardubická muzika made a concert tour to the USA and Germany, and received a bronze medal at an international competition in Mühlbach. They’ve also held concerts in the Senate of the Czech Republic and at the international festival Pardubice Music Spring. This year, the brass band recorded its very first CD. Pardubická muzika is happy to be supported by Pardubice Conservatory, City of Pardubice, and the Pardubice Region.
Professors and other staff members at and alumni of Czech universities, as well as members of the Czech community, came together on May 23, 2024, to form meaningful connections and share their personal experiences.
Individuals from 12 Czech universities attended this incredible event! This includes Charles University, Mendel University, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague (CZU), Tomas Bata University in Zlín, The Film Academy of Miroslav Ondricek, University of Hradec Králové, Jan Evangelista Purkyně University in Ústí nad Labem (UJEP), University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, Masaryk Institute of Advanced Studies, Czech Technical University in Prague, University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice, Masaryk University, and the University of Pardubice.
Just as World War I came to an end, the remarkable partnership of a Czechoslovak patriot and a visionary American president set the stage for the first western-style democracy in Central Europe. In 1918, following the War, the nation of Czechoslovakia was formed from the war-torn lands of Austria-Hungary, giving Czechs and Slovaks the chance to control their own destiny as a free nation. While the First Czechoslovak Republic was suppressed by Hitler after only 20 years, the beliefs of these two leaders – Woodrow Wilson and Tomáš G. Masaryk – remain no less compelling more than a century after World War I.
From May 1, 2024 to October 31, 2024
Get ready for our annual Czech Spring Festival, where we celebrate the sights, sounds, and flavors of springtime traditions in the Czech and Slovak Republics.
Enjoy: 👇
🎶 Live music to get your body moving
🎨 Face painting and a caricature artist to capture your excitement!
📸 Photo booth for those must-have spring day memories.
🌭 Redneck Czechs Deli will be serving up delicious eats to fuel your day, while games
🌻🌷 and flower crowns keep the little ones entertained!
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
• Chris Rybak Band | 12-4 PM
• Texas Czech-Slovak Queen presentations | 1 PM
• Maypole dance | 2 PM
• Puppet Show | 3 PM
• Kolache Eating Contest | 4 PM
👑 Featuring CHS Texas Czech-Slovak Queens and Royalty
🪷 Destiny Hollingsworth, Miss Czech-Slovak US Queen 2023-2024
💐 Kyla Jupe, CHS Miss Bexar County Czech-Slovak Queen 2024-2025
🌺 Khloe Haygood, CHS Bexar County Czech-Slovak Little Princess 2024-2025
🪻 Allison Pustejovsky, CHS Miss McLennan-Hill Junior Queen 2024-2025
🌼 Karson Haygood, McLennan-Hill Czech-Slovak King 2024-2025
🪗 and Chris Rybak
April 20, 2024
Please join us for a series of events exploring the work of Milan Kundera (1929-2023), the Czech writer whose books became an international phenomenon. During the Soviet domination of Czechoslovakia, Kundera reminded the world of his native country’s central place in European culture. Kundera was also drawn to the imagination of France, where he settled in 1975. The cultural form that preoccupied Kundera was the novel. He leaned into its skepticism and comedy to contemplate societies distorted by ideology and vacuousness.
Robert Cremins and Dan Price from the Honors College at the University of Houston will lead us in a discussion of The Unbearable Lightness of Being, a best-seller that became a popular film. They will be in conversation with Houston author and physician Ricardo Nuila from the Humanities Expression and Arts Lab (HEAL) at Baylor College of Medicine.
DACAMERA Young Artists will perform music from Beethoven’s late String Quartet in F Major, Op. 135, prominently referenced in the novel.
In September we will meet to consider The Book of Laughter and Forgetting, which back in late 1980 The New York Times called “the most original book of the season.”
April 16, 2024
