Palác šlechtičen, Baroque palace and museum building in Freedom Square, Brno, Czech Republic
Palác šlechtičen is a Baroque palace located on Freedom Square that now serves as a museum and exhibition building with display spaces spread across multiple floors. The interior features preserved Baroque frescoes in its chapel and retains other historical elements visible as you move through the rooms.
The palace was built between 1682 and 1690 by architect Giovanni Battista Erna as a charitable institution for young women from noble families. It survived World War II bombing that destroyed surrounding structures and was reconstructed during the 1950s under architect Bohuslav Fuchs.
The palace functions as an exhibition space where regional history and art collections are displayed to the public. You can see how local heritage is kept alive through rotating shows that change throughout the year.
The building is usually open Wednesday through Sunday, with extended hours on Saturdays for visitors who want more time to explore. Different exhibition areas may have different admission rates, so checking current prices before your visit is helpful.
The palace contains original Baroque frescoes that survived the wartime destruction of the city and remain visible in the chapel today. These artworks offer a window into 17th century artistic craftsmanship that was otherwise lost in many neighboring buildings.
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