Budova Gymnázia v Českém Těšíně School building
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The building of the Josef Božek Grammar School on Frýdecká Street in Český Těšín is a Functionalist structure designed by the Prague architect Jaroslav Fragner. It has been a cultural monument since 1986. The school, which teaches in Czech, was founded on 1 September 1921 and until 2015 was called Český Těšín Grammar School.
The school’s origins are linked to the division of Těšín in 1920. The suburb on the left bank became the separate town of Český Těšín, which needed a town hall, more schools and housing. At first the grammar school had no building of its own.
The foundation stone of the new building was laid on 26 June 1932, and teaching began there on 1 September 1935. It is a free-standing, four-storey building on an L-shaped plan. The facade is articulated by regular bands of windows, and the main entrance is set in a loggia on pillars.
In 2015 the school was renamed the Josef Božek Grammar School. Its graduates include Prokop Siostrzonek, Archabbot of Břevnov.
Today the building is still used for teaching. Visitors can view it from outside as an example of 1930s Functionalist architecture in Český Těšín.
Historical milestones
- 1921
- The school is founded.
- 1932
- Foundation stone of the building laid, to a design by Jaroslav Fragner.
- 1935
- Teaching begins in the new building.
- 1986
- The building is declared a cultural monument.
- 2015
- Renamed the Josef Božek Grammar School.
Architectural development
The free-standing, four-storey building on an L-shaped plan was built in 1932–1935 to a design by Jaroslav Fragner. The facade is articulated by regular bands of windows, and the main entrance is in a loggia on pillars.
Historical events
- 1921
- Český Těšín Grammar School is founded.
- 1932
- On 26 June the foundation stone of the new building was laid.
- 1935
- On 1 September teaching began in the new building.
- 2015
- The school was renamed the Josef Božek Grammar School.
Points of interest
- The Josef Božek Grammar School was founded in 1921.
- Until 2015 the school was known as Český Těšín Grammar School.
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The building of the gymnasium in Český Těšín belongs to a secondary school that today bears the name Gymnázium Josefa Božka. Teaching is conducted in Czech there.
The school was founded in nineteen twenty-one. Until twenty fifteen it was simply called Gymnázium Český Těšín. Only then did it acquire the name under which we know it today.
Tips for visitors
The best time to visit is spring or autumn, when the weather is pleasant. The building is a working school, so during term time please view it considerately from outside.
The grammar school is at Frýdecká 689/30.
As you look around, notice the hallmarks of Functionalism: the regular bands of windows on the facade, the L-shaped plan and the main entrance in a loggia on pillars.
The interior is usually only open during open days or other school events.
Nearby, the Church of the Brethren on the same Frýdecká Street is worth a visit, as is Masaryk Park in the centre with the Church of the Sacred Heart.
For families with children, the Museum of the Těšín Region on Hlavní třída is a good choice, with an exhibition on the development of Cieszyn Silesia.
Frequently asked questions
Can the monument be visited?
The building is in use (offices, a school, shops and the like). The interior is generally accessible only during operating hours and tours are not usually offered; we have not verified the details. You can see the exterior from the street.
Where is the monument?
Location: Frýdecká 689/30, Český Těšín, Moravskoslezský kraj. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
Why is the monument protected?
It is listed in the Central List of Cultural Monuments of the Czech Republic as a cultural monument (register no. 33387/8-2741).
For kids
Imagine you are a young detective standing in front of a big school building on Frýdecká Street in Český Těšín. What can it tell you about itself?
The school was founded back in 1921. But at that time it did not yet have its own building. It only got one several years later.
The building was designed by the architect Jaroslav Fragner from Prague. The foundation stone was laid in 1932, and on 1 September 1935 the first pupils sat down at their desks here.
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Themed route
Themed trip route: the Grammar School in Český Těšín and its surroundings
1. Grammar School Building in Český Těšín (school building) Type: Historic school Why visit: A Functionalist building designed by Jaroslav Fragner, built in 1932–1935 and a cultural monument since 1986.
2. Church of the Brethren (Kostelíček) Type: Religious monument Why visit: A church on the same Frýdecká Street, built in 1928–1929 to a design by Eduard David, showing the influence of Viennese Modernism and German Expressionism.
3. Monument to the Victims of the First World War Type: Historic monument Why visit: The monument commemorates the victims of the First World War and stands not far from the grammar school.
4. Museum of the Těšín Region Type: Museum Why visit: The museum’s main building on Hlavní třída reopened after renovation in 2020 with a new exhibition on the development of Cieszyn Silesia.
This route combines architecture and history around the Grammar School in Český Těšín.
Seasonal recommendations
Spring: In spring the shrubs and trees around the building are in bloom, and the soft sunlight shows off the bands of windows on the facade. The weather is often changeable, so a light jacket and an umbrella are useful.
Summer: In summer the days are long, with plenty of light for photography. The school is closed during the holidays, so you can only see the building from outside. In hot weather bring a hat and visit in the morning or early evening.
Autumn: In autumn the leaves turn gold and red, and the low sun casts long shadows on the facade. Warmer clothing and an umbrella are useful, especially in October and November.
Winter: In winter the days are short, so plan your visit for the daylight hours. Dress warmly and wear shoes suitable for snow.
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