Museum of Gold Mining and Processing in Nový Knín and its Surrounding and History of Nový Knín

The museum is located in a historical building of Mincovna (Mint) from 15th century located on Jiří z Poděbrad Square. The place used to be a seat of burgomaster’s office in king’s mining city located on banks of Kocába River. Expositions introduce the history of mining and gold processing in the area of Nový Knín from its beginning until 20th century. You can also learn about the history of the city, local crafts, industry or history of the world’s championship in gold-washing in our country and abroad.

Address:

Muzeum těžby a zpracování zlata na Novoknínsku a historie města Nový Knín
Pobočka Hornického muzea Příbram
Mincovna Náměstí Jiřího z Poděbrad 43
262 03  Nový Knín

tel.: +420 318 593 015
e-mail: munovyknin@volny.cz 
http://www.mesta.obce.cz/novy-knin

Entrance fee: adults 20 CZK

children, seniors and students 10 CZK

Parking: for free