Kralupy nad Vltavou (Czech Republic) has a new cultural hub: Grand opening of the multipurpose center                                                                                                      

The day of March 19, 2026 went down in the history of Kralupy nad Vltavou in bold letters. After months of anticipation, the doors of the new cultural centre officially opened to the public. These modern spaces bring together education, art, history, and relaxation under one roof.

It was created through a sensitive renovation of a former brewery malt house. Our heat recovery units serve as the building’s lungs.

The festive afternoon kicked off with an energetic drum show, which set the dynamic tone for the entire day right from the start.

A symbolic ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by distinguished guests

The official opening ceremony was presided over by city officials led by Mayor Libor Lesák and Deputy Mayors Vojtěch Pohl and Petr Holeček. The significance of the project for the entire region was further underscored by the presence of guests from:

• the Ministry of Regional Development and the Ministry of Culture,
• the Central Bohemian Region and the State Investment Support Fund,
• representatives of the contractor Strabag a.s.,
• designers from the firms Atelier 99 s.r.o. and TH arch s.r.o.

Five institutions under one roof

The new centre is not just a building, but a living organism where everyone can find something to their liking. Visitors were able to explore the modern facilities of the centre’s five key pillars:

City Library: Bright and quiet spaces inviting reading and study.

City Museum: Modern exhibitions connecting history with the present.

Children and Youth Center (DDM): Creative workshops and spaces for leisure activities.

Elementary Art School (ZUŠ): State-of-the-art classrooms for future talents.

Café: A pleasant place to meet over a good cup of coffee right in the heart of the action.

A wide variety of activities on every floor

During the festive day, each department came to life with its own theme. Visitors had the opportunity to try out interactive exhibits in the museum, get a glimpse into the creative processes at the art school, or learn about new additions to the library. The rich accompanying program demonstrated the enormous potential that this centre represents for cultural life in Kralupy and Vltavou.