Bohemian National Hall
The Bohemian National Hall (
Through the decades, the hall's role shifted; from the late 1930s to the 1980s, it accommodated diverse organizations, including the birthplace of the
In 2001, it was sold by the Bohemian Benevolent & Literary Association to the Czech government for $1. In return, the Czech government agreed to renovate the building. Its first use after the change of ownership came in 2005, when it served as the venue for a celebration of the 70th birthday of Václav Havel, a kickoff event for Untitled Theater Company #61's Havel Festival. After a few more events, the Hall shut down for further renovation, reopening October 30, 2008.
Today, the Bohemian National Hall fulfills a multifaceted role. Housing the Czech Consulate, the New York Czech Center, the Bohemian Benevolent & Literary Association and the Dvorak American Heritage Association. The premises encompass diverse amenities including a modest cinema, an art gallery, a major ballroom/theater and a roof terrace. A significant addition arrived on May 23, 2011, with the establishment of a Czech restaurant named Hospoda on the ground floor of the edifice.[2][3]
In January 2024 the Bohemian National Hall generated controversy by hosting an event for Moms for Liberty[4][5][6] through the Bohemian Benevolent & Literary Association.
See also
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Manhattan below 14th Street
- List of New York City Designated Landmarks in Manhattan below 14th Street
External links
- Bohemian National Hall official site
- Bohemian Benevolent and Literary Association
- Consulate General of the Czech Republic in New York official site
- Czech Center official site
- Bohemian National Hall in The New York Times
- Hospoda – a Czech restaurant located in Bohemian National Hall
References
- ISBN 978-0-8135-4124-2. Retrieved January 23, 2013.
- ^ "Upscale Czech Restaurant Hospoda to Open on Monday". www.ny.eater.com. May 18, 2011. Retrieved January 27, 2012.
- ^ "Hospoda – Next Door for a Visa". www.eatbigapple.com. June 1, 2011. Retrieved January 27, 2012.
- ^ Jane, Talia (January 5, 2024). "Extremist Group 'Moms For Liberty' Plans UES Event, Drawing Condemnation 🆓". Upper East Site. Retrieved January 16, 2024.
- ^ "Moms for Liberty". Moms for Liberty. Retrieved January 16, 2024.
- ^ "Right-wing Moms for Liberty group making moves in staunchly blue Manhattan". New York Daily News. January 9, 2024. Retrieved January 16, 2024.