Explore a historical edifice and lively cultural hub of the Upper East Side! As part of the annual Open House New York series, the Bohemian National Hall will once again open its doors to the public.
Tours: 12:00-4:00pm, parties of up to 10 people at a time.
No reservation needed, visitors will join tours on a first come first served basis.
Come visit our cinema on the ground floor, where the Czech Center New York will be screening a selection of short Czech films and art videos.
Explore the new exhibition by Petra (Gupta) Valentová through a guided tour and workshop on the second floor from 2 PM to 4 PM.
Starting at 5pm on the third floor, don't miss Czech mezzo-soprano Bella Adamova's special performance with American pianist Corey Silberstein! Free registration here.
Don't forget to visit the Dvořák Room, dedicated to Czech composer Antonín Dvořák, courtesy of the Dvořák American Heritage Association (DAHA).
The five-story building, designed by William C. Frohne in the Renaissance Revival style, was constructed in 1896 and stands as a rare remnant of the numerous social halls established in the nineteenth century for New York City's immigrant communities.
For over a century, Bohemian National Hall has served as a vital center for Czech culture in New York City. From its inception, it has been a gathering place for the community, offering traditional Czech cuisine, language and history classes, and event space for various gatherings. Today, it remains a significant testament to the vibrant working-class ethnic enclave that once thrived in Yorkville.
In 2001, ownership of Bohemian National Hall was transferred from the Bohemian Benevolent & Literary Association (BBLA) to the Czech Republic. To highlight this connection, the building now houses the Consulate General of the Czech Republic and the Czech Center New York.
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