The five-story building was designed by William C. Frohne in the Renaissance Revival style, and built in 1896. It is a rare survivor of the many social halls built in the nineteenth century for New York City’s immigrant ethnic communities. 

Bohemian National Hall has been an important center for Czech culture in New York City for more than one hundred years. 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 the community to meet and hold various events. Today, Bohemian National Hall serves as a significant reminder of the major working-class ethnic enclave that once flourished in Yorkville.

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.

Sunday Tours: 12-4pm, tours ongoing for up to 10 people at a time

Only service animals allowed, no pets are permitted.