The Šumava Museum in Sušice was founded in 1880 by local teacher Josef Holík, making it the first museum in the Bohemian Forest foothills. It occupies a Renaissance townhouse with a Gothic core dating from the second half of the 15th century on Náměstí Svobody. Permanent exhibitions cover the history of match production - manufacturing began here in 1839 and grew into a globally significant industry - and the glassmaking traditions of the Šumava region. The highlight is a mechanical nativity scene five metres long, among the largest of its kind in the Czech Republic. The museum is part of a network of four branches, including Kašperské Hory, Železná Ruda and Dobrá Voda.
nám. Svobody 40, 342 01 Sušice
Mon closed; May–Oct Tue–Sun 9:00–12:00, 13:00–17:00; Nov–Apr Tue–Sun 9:00–12:00, 13:00–16:00; closed 24, 25, 26, 31 Dec and 1 Jan
A summer sticker-hunting game at the Šumava Museum where visitors search for colourful butterfly stickers. Perfect for families and friends of all ages.
A seasonal treasure hunt through the Šumava Museum where visitors search for hidden butterfly-themed stickers. Suitable for all ages, running from April to October.
A traveling exhibition about Czechoslovak refugees in Sweden during World War II, mapping stories of survival and humanitarian aid.
An exhibition of handcrafted works celebrating the artistry, patience, and skill behind unique creations made by hand.
An exhibition of handcrafted works that reveals the skill and artistry of traditional Czech craftspeople, each piece a unique expression of patience and creativity.
A sales exhibition of ceramics by two Šumava artists, Iveta Kůsová and Jarka Kolbeková, blending the region's natural beauty with traditional pottery craft.
An exhibition of historical musical instruments from Jaromír Růčka's collection, with an opening reception and guided tour.
An exhibition celebrating 130 years of fishing heritage in Sušice, featuring historical photographs and artifacts from the local fishing club's activities.
An exhibition celebrating 130 years of the fishing organization in Sušice and the city's long tradition of organized angling.
An exhibition celebrating 130 years of fishing heritage in Sušice and its deep connection to the Otava River. The display explores both fishing tools and the club's role in the city's history.
A chamber music concert with two cellists and a violinist, part of the Music in Synagogues festival in the Plzeň region.
A lecture on the fate of Jewish refugees in so-called no man's land in the late 1930s, when they found themselves beyond the responsibility of Central and Eastern European states.
A lecture on the Czech-Jewish movement as part of the debate over national identity in the Czech lands. Michal Konvalinka from the University of West Bohemia in Plzen will discuss how the Jewish community sought its place in the historical context.
A lecture on Czechoslovak-Swedish relations during World War II, presented by historian PhDr. Vendula Hingarová.
The 24th Fairy Tale Day at the Šumava Museum features actor Václav Vydra bringing fairy tale stories to life. Visitors are invited to wear fairy tale costumes.
A lecture exploring how 19th-century Jewish emancipation transformed the legal status and professional horizons of Jewish communities.
The klezmer trio NIMA performs at the Šumava Museum in Sušice, bringing traditional Jewish music to the stage.
The MLP Chamber Orchestra presents a classical music concert at the Šumava Museum in Sušice.