Muzeum Jindřicha Jindřicha

The Jindřich Jindřích Museum is one of the two core exhibitions of the Museum of Chodsko in Domažlice, dedicated to a man whose work shaped how the region's folk culture is remembered today. It occupies a neoclassical building at Husova třída 61, right in the town centre, sharing its roof with the Gallery of the Špillar Brothers.

Who was Jindřich Jindřích?

Jindřich Jindřích was an ethnographer, composer and collector who spent his life gathering and documenting the folk traditions of the Chodsko region — songs, music, costumes and everyday objects. Thanks to his methodical collecting, elements of local culture that might otherwise have been lost survived to the present day. His private collection, roughly 9,000 items strong, forms the backbone of today's museum display.

What will you see inside?

The exhibition is arranged into several thematic sections. One of its most distinctive features is a collection of folk glass paintings — a technique rarely found in such concentration anywhere else. Alongside it, visitors can explore collections of ceramics, folk furniture, sculpture and traditional Chodsko costumes, richly decorated and typical of this borderland region facing Bavaria.

A separate highlight is the listening room, where visitors can hear historical recordings of bagpipe music — an instrument deeply tied to Chodsko identity — as well as Jindřich's own compositions and works by his successors up to the present day. It's a rare chance not just to see but to actually hear what the region's culture sounded like decades ago.

The museum building underwent a thorough reconstruction and reopened to visitors in spring 2016, allowing for a modern exhibition layout while preserving the historic character of the interiors.

How do you get there?

The museum sits at Husova třída 61 in Domažlice, an easy walk from the town's historic centre. Domažlice itself lies in western Bohemia, close to the border with Germany (Bavaria), making it a convenient stop while touring the wider Chodsko region.

When is the best time to visit?

The museum is open year-round, with longer hours during the summer season (April–October): daily from 9:00 to 12:00 and 13:00 to 17:00. In the winter months (November–March), it's open Monday to Friday, 9:00–12:00 and 13:00–16:00. It's worth planning your visit around the midday closure.

Frequently asked questions

How long does a visit take? Seeing the permanent exhibition usually takes 45 minutes to an hour, depending on how much time you spend in the listening room.

Is there an admission fee? Yes — full price is 50 CZK, reduced 30 CZK, and a family ticket costs 100 CZK.

Is the museum combined with another exhibition? Yes, the same building also houses the Gallery of the Špillar Brothers, so a single ticket often covers both parts of the Museum of Chodsko.

Who is this museum for? It's especially rewarding for anyone interested in folklore, ethnography and folk music, but also for travellers who simply want a deeper understanding of Chodsko's identity while passing through western Bohemia.