The Káznice is a large prison complex in Brno's Zábrdovice district, whose foundation stone was laid in 1772. It served as a jail from 1784 to 1956 - during the Nazi Protectorate and after 1948 it held and executed political prisoners. Since 2018, the Tripitaka association has been running a community and cultural centre here, with concerts, theatre performances, exhibitions and site-specific projects. Regular events include the multigenre Ghettofest and the Faktor K festival. The city is gradually converting the complex into a creative centre with studios, workshops and a memorial space.
Bratislavská 249/68, 602 00 Brno
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A guided tour of the former regional prison on Cejlu, exploring its rich history from the 18th century. Discover the stories of prisoners and guards, prison life, and the political significance of this exceptional Brno landmark.
A guided tour of the former regional prison on Cejl, revealing stories of inmates and guards, and the political history of this exceptional Brno landmark.
A guided tour of Brno's former regional prison, exploring its history from the 18th century and the stories of those held within its walls.
A guided tour of Brno's former regional prison, exploring the stories of inmates and guards, prison life, and the political history of 20th-century Czechoslovakia.
(2 days)
The fourth edition of Brno's coffee festival celebrating specialty roasters, quality beans, and coffee craftsmanship. Two days of tastings, workshops, and talks for everyone from newcomers to professionals.
The fourth annual Anarchist Book Fair Brno brings together enthusiasts of anarchist literature and ideas in a historic former prison building.
Exhibition and lecture on the impacts of uranium mining on landscape and health, featuring photographer Eduard Sequens.
Premiere of an original theatre production by Dramatická jelita ensemble based on texts by Jaroslav Durych. The performance takes place in the former Brno prison.
Theatre 3+kk marks the end of its 6th season with a concert, bonfire, and gathering of friends in the Káznice courtyard.
An original Theatre 3+kk production exploring social exclusion and the feminization of poverty through real-life stories. A documentary-style theatrical piece reflecting on contemporary society.
(15 days)
An exhibition of five projects exploring reciprocity between the inner world and material reality through attentive observation.
Ghettofest is a music festival in Brno featuring diverse performances in a unique venue.
An intimate monodrama about motherhood at a young age. Written and performed by Agáta Stýblová, directed by Eliška Houserová.
A theatrical production based on psychologist Alena Večeřová Procházková's book that explores the causes of rising mental health problems in children and offers insights into their resolution.
(43 days)
A guided tour of Brno's former regional prison, exploring its dark history from the 18th century through 20th-century executions of political prisoners.