The Museum and Gallery of the Orlické Mountains is a regional museum in Rychnov nad Kněžnou whose roots go back to the Pelcl museum association of the 1890s. Its main exhibition spaces occupy the second floor of the eastern wing of Kolowrat Castle. The museum holds over 70,000 collection items covering ethnography, archaeology, natural sciences and fine art. Since 2003 it has incorporated the Orlická Gallery, which documents Czech fine art related to the Orlické Mountains and Podorlicko region. The museum is administered by the Královéhradecký Region.
Jiráskova 2, 516 01 Rychnov nad Kněžnou
Mon-Fri 9:00-14:00
An educational exhibition about Denisa Prošková and 48 female painters who left their mark on art history from the Renaissance to contemporary times.
An exhibition of drawings by Czech illustrator Zdeněk Burián showcasing prehistoric adventure scenes grounded in archaeological research, with activities designed for children.
A photographic exhibition showcasing authentic 1938 photographs of fortifications in the Orlické Mountains, complemented by historical artifacts and period details.
An exhibition of illustrations by Czech artist Zdeněk Burian showcasing adventure scenes from prehistoric times, inspired by archaeological discoveries and the regional history of Podorlicka.
An educational exhibition by Denisa Prošková exploring the history of women in art and their long-standing marginalization in the predominantly male world of visual art.
A photographic exhibition of authentic 1938 photographs documenting the fortifications in the Orlické Mountains, captured by schoolteacher Johann Schreiber.
An exhibition showcasing major painters and sculptors from the Orlické Mountains and Podorlicko region from the early 20th century to today, whose artistic legacy transcends regional borders.
An exhibition showcasing the artistic work of the Gaisler family, whose legacy is rooted in the Rychnov region of eastern Bohemia.
An exhibition celebrating the painter-philosopher Augustin Ságner, a member of the avant-garde Skupina Kvart, who pioneered abstract art in Czechoslovakia.
Exhibition of architect and designer Zdeněk Karásek, a native of Rychnov nad Kněžnou, presenting his professional work and watercolours depicting the local landscape.
A historical lecture on military preparations in the Orlické Mountains in 1938, with a children's programme running alongside.
The Sýpka exhibition will be closed on 1 July due to a scheduled power outage.
Festive opening of the summer season at Orlická Gallery featuring three new exhibitions and a rare work by František Kupka.
An interactive reading session for children in the museum, where they discover stories about prehistoric hunters and mammoths surrounded by authentic exhibits.
A Sunday programme celebrating Jewish culture in Rychnov nad Kněžnou: guided synagogue tours, lectures on local Jewish history, and activities for families with children.
A jubilee exhibition showcasing works by graduates of the visual arts programme at Rychnov nad Kněžnou Art School, celebrating 80 years of the institution. Visitors can view paintings, graphics, and three-dimensional works at the Orlická Gallery.