The Bohemian National Hall has been an important center for Czech culture in New York City for more than one hundred years. This five-story Renaissance Revival building, designed by William C. Frohne and built in 1896, is a rare survivor of the many social halls built in the nineteenth century for New York City's immigrant ethnic communities. Since its beginning, it has served as a focal point for its community, offering ethnic food, Czech language and history classes as well as space for its large community to meet and hold various events.

Today, the Bohemian National Hall represents a significant reminder of the major working-class ethnic enclave that once flourished in Yorkville and stands as a monument to an important aspect of the history of immigrants in New York City and the United States. In 2001, ownership of the Bohemian National Hall was transferred from the Bohemian Benevolent & Literary Association (BBLA) to the Czech Republic. To emphasize the building's link with the Czech Republic, it now shares its premises with the Consulate General of the Czech Republic and the Czech Center New York. Don't miss Station for Paused Forecasting, the current exhibit on view. And music lovers should be sure to visit the building’s Dvořák Room.

Friday Tours: 12-8 pm, tours ongoing for up to 10 people at a time, lasting about 30 minutes each. A screening of short films will accompany the tour program from 12-8pm.