The energy and inner drive of students in the fight for freedom and democracy played a key role during the Velvet Revolution. It was they who rallied the whole of society, and it was they who informed the public throughout the country about the November events. An audiovisual essay, created for the 35th anniversary of the struggle for freedom and democracy, captures the November events in the city centre and places them in the context of historical materials, including unique photographs and aerial shots of the whole of Prague. Its author is Pierre Urban, who created it in 2024 from archival film materials, photographs and maps. After spending dozens of hours studying them, he decided to dedicate the essay and this year's program to students and young people who, not only in November 1989 but also at other times in history, decided to devote their energy and attention to the struggle for justice, democracy, and freedom.

Accompanying Program:

10:00–18:00 Kids’ Corner: Play and Have Fun
Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea from our café and spend some relaxing moments with friends while your little one builds the tallest structure in the world. During the public holiday, young visitors can have fun in our kids’ corner, equipped with the popular large-scale MODU building set, Stapelstein balancing stones, and construction toys for the youngest children.

Practical Information:

• The corner is intended for children aged 3 and over accompanied by an adult.
• You may come at any time during the listed hours.

14:00–16:00 Campfire Songs and Underground
Fire as a symbol of togetherness and freedom – classic songs will be joined by tones from the Czech underground. Come sing along and roast sausages together with Jára Blažek.

14:00–18:00 Screen Printing Workshop with Knedlo Zelo Wear
Would you like to capture the atmosphere of this unique celebration of freedom on a T-shirt, tote bag, poster, or your own outfit? We’ve prepared a special opportunity to take part in a screen printing workshop with the Knedlo Zelo Wear studio. Choose a themed design and create an original piece that will remind you that freedom is not to be taken for granted.

Practical Information:

• The workshop is intended for both children and adults.
• You may come at any time during the listed hours.

Project author: Pierre Urban
Digital projection editing and VFX: Jan Vont
Accompanying music: ba:zel (Daniel Vlček & Ewelina Vlček-Chiu)
With the support of: ČEPS, Prague City Hall
Partners: Czech Television, IPR Prague Archive, Krátký film Praha, FAMU
In cooperation with: GOODGOOD, Prague Sounds