The Mucha Museum is located in the Kaunický Palace, itself built in Baroque style in the early 18th century. The museum is divided into seven sections: Decorative Panels; The Parisian Posters; Documents Décoratifs; The Czech Posters; Oil Paintings; Drawings and Pastels; Photographs and Personal Memorabilia.
Many of the posters on display were completed while Mucha lived in Paris between 1895 and 1904, and several of them advertise productions starring the legendary actress Sarah Bernhardt. Photos taken during these years at his notorious Paris studio reveal famous artists of the Belle Époque era—don't miss the one of expressionist artist Paul Gauguin minus his pants.
Visitors typically visit the museum independently, but guided tours are available if booked seven days in advance. Bookings are made via the Mucha Museum website.
The museum is centrally located in Prague’s New Town, within walking distance of major hotels and attractions, including the National Gallery. The closest Prague Metro stations are Muzeum (served by lines A and C) and Můstek (lines A and B); both are around a five-minute walk away. Jindrisska tram stop (served by lines 3, 5, 6, 9, 14, and 24) is just steps away.
The Mucha Museum is open seven days a week; confirm opening hours online before visiting. The museum is often busy with visitors, especially during the summer season, so try to arrive early to beat the crowds.
Fans of Mucha’s work can see even more of it around Prague. St. Vitus Cathedral features his stained-glass windows, Prague’s landmark Art Nouveau Municipal House includes a mural painting and lighting fixtures by him, and Veletržní palác hosts Slav Epic: 20 enormous paintings celebrating Slavic history and mythology. The artist's final resting place is in the beautiful Vyšehrad Cemetery.
