Dačice Town Museum and Gallery

Dačice Town Museum and Gallery

The Dačice Town Museum and Gallery offers not only a permanent exhibition on the history and ethnography of the Dačice region and the history of the world's first sugar cube, but also a permanent gallery exhibition featuring a selection of graphic works by Max Švabinský.

The origins of the museum and gallery in Dačice date back to 1893. Over time, the museum has changed locations several times but has always remained dedicated to its purpose – systematically collecting, documenting, and preserving exhibits related mainly to Dačice, its surrounding areas, and its regional identity. Today, the museum is located inside the castle building.

Permanent Museum Exhibitions:

  • History and Ethnography of Dačice
  • The First Sugar Cube in the World
  • Dačice in Historical Photographs and Postcards
  • Famous Figures from Dačice

Permanent Gallery Exhibitions:

  • Selection from the Graphic Works of Max Švabinský
  • Paintings and Graphics from the 19th and 20th Centuries
  • Painters of the Vysočina Region
  • Michael Florian Art Hall
  • František Bílkovský Art Hall

Additional Services of the Museum and Gallery:

  • Temporary art and museum exhibitions throughout the year
  • Research and information services
  • Sale of publications, souvenirs, ceramics, etc.
  • Specialized library with a study room

The tour also includes a visit to the restored Chapel of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, located on the first floor of the museum.

Accessibility

February to December, according to current opening hours

Entrance fee

Yes, according to the current price list

How to get there

There are several parking areas in Dačice, with the closest one right next to the castle and free of charge.