French Institute Prague, Cultural center in Prague, Czech Republic
The French Institute Prague is a cultural center located in the city center that houses a cinema, gallery, library, and several spaces for classes and events. The venue offers language courses, film screenings, exhibitions, and artistic performances throughout the year.
The institute was founded in 1919 and officially opened in 1920 as a way to build cultural ties between France and Czechoslovakia after World War I. This establishment marked the beginning of organized French cultural presence in Prague.
The center regularly screens French films, hosts exhibitions, and presents performances that allow visitors to experience contemporary French artistic life firsthand. These events create spaces where people gather to engage with French culture and exchange ideas about what they see.
The center is located in the old town and is easily accessible on foot, with good public transportation nearby. Most events take place during daytime or evening hours, making it easy for visitors to plan their visits around their schedules.
The center hosts events related to the Prix Goncourt, a major French literary award, connecting Czech readers with the latest French books and authors. These celebrations bring international literary recognition directly into the life of the city.
Inception: 1919
Founders: Ernest Denis
Official opening: December 1, 1920
Website: http://ifp.cz
GPS coordinates: 50.07960,14.42520
Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:40
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