The former Franciscan monastery of St. Francis of Assisi in Votice is a Baroque monastic complex founded in 1627 by Count Sezima z Vrtby. Its current form dates from a major reconstruction in 1766–1771. After being seized by the communist secret police in 1950 and used for industrial purposes, the monastery was restored and reopened in 2015 as a cultural centre. Visitors can explore permanent exhibitions (Franciscan life, regional museum, pram and doll collection, Gallery of St. Francis), seasonal exhibitions, and cultural events.
Klášterní 1, 259 01 Votice
May–Sep: Tue–Sun, holidays 10:00–12:00 and 13:00–17:00; Apr, Oct–Dec: Mon–Fri, holidays 10:00–12:00 and 13:00–16:00 (Dec also Sat–Sun 13:00–16:00); other periods by phone arrangement
A permanent exhibition of works by painter and graphic artist Vladislav Kaska in a former Franciscan monastery. Paintings and graphics by the Plzeň-born master, born in 1945.
A historical postcard exhibition showcasing Voticko's past through hundreds of images of familiar landmarks, squares, churches, and transformed locations.
An exhibition of over 500 vintage postcards from the Votice region, drawn from a collection maintained by the Zimova family for three generations.
A traveling exhibition of vintage games and toys from the 1950s-1980s at the monastery. Kids can play with selected toys in a dedicated play area.
A fairy-tale performance for children at Votice Monastery. Pohádka Theatre presents the story of brave Honza, who ventures into the world to learn how to be afraid.
A children's fairy tale performance at Votice Monastery. Divadlo Kapsa presents the story of the mischievous Budulínek and his grandparents who have hearing difficulties.
Book launch of "I'm Coming Home" by Votice native Luisa Náhlovská, hosted by the local history club in the monastery refectory.
A cheerful fairy tale for preschool and early school-age children performed by Theatre KK. The show lasts 55 minutes.
Summer screening of a Czech comedy in the atmospheric courtyard of Votice Monastery. A story about an unplanned summer adventure at a Czech campground.
An interactive fairy tale for children about a wicked girl and the devil. Kids actively participate in the story, dance, and play alongside the actors from Eva Hrusková's Theatre.
Summer film screening of a Czech comedy in the picturesque courtyard of Votice Monastery. Four fathers are called to school after a suspicious white powder is found during their sons' ski trip.
A musical fairy tale about a girl's friendship with ghosts, performed by Metropolitní divadlo Praha. Perfect for families with children.
A summer outdoor screening of a Czech comedy in the atmospheric courtyard of Votice Monastery. A story about marital crisis and a holiday meant to fix everything.
A children's fairy tale about the wanderer Smíšek and his journey of friendship and music, full of songs and rhymes by Liduščino divadlo.
A summer screening of the Czech comedy Bardotky in the peaceful courtyard of Votice Monastery, following three friends rediscovering life and friendship.
A cheerful fairy tale about Kasparek's adventures in an enchanted kingdom, featuring classic fairy-tale characters and a happy ending.
A fairy-tale performance for children about four unlikely friends on a quest to find their missing companion Ludwig. Theatre Za2 delivers 50 minutes of imaginative fun and humor.
A charming children's theatre show about a fairy and water sprite helping two people find their new home, with a gentle lesson woven throughout. Performed by Divadlo CZI.
An exhibition celebrating toys and games from socialist Czechoslovakia, featuring Merkur building sets, KOVAP metal toys, and Fatra inflatables designed by Libuše Niklová. Children can try selected exhibits in the play corner.
Czech singer and composer Dáša Zázvůrková performs at the historic Votice Monastery.
An exhibition of paintings by Evelína Tůma in the historic St. Francis of Assisi Monastery in Votice. The artist has been creating since childhood, and her works are displayed in a recently renovated cultural center.