{"id":6434,"date":"2026-09-21T09:40:21","date_gmt":"2026-09-21T08:40:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.regionsaris.sk\/?post_type=kultura-a-umenie&p=6434"},"modified":"2026-10-10T10:44:17","modified_gmt":"2026-10-10T09:44:17","slug":"expozicia-michala-bosaka","status":"publish","type":"kultura-a-umenie","link":"https:\/\/www.regionsaris.sk\/en\/kultura-a-umenie\/expozicia-michala-bosaka\/","title":{"rendered":"An exhibition by Michal Bos\u00e1k"},"content":{"rendered":"

The historic Bos\u00e1k Bank building<\/a> v Pre\u0161ov<\/a> has become the venue for a new exhibition The Pre\u0161ov Regional Museum<\/a>, which explores the life and work of the prominent Slovak banker and entrepreneur Michal Bos\u00e1k. The exhibition, which opened on 14 September 2026, links the story of this exceptional figure with the history of banking, Slovak emigration and the \u0160ari\u0161 region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exhibition opening hours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday \u2013 Friday: 9.00 am \u2013 5.00 pm
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: 2.00 pm \u2013 6.00 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Life of Michal Bos\u00e1k<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Michal Bos\u00e1k came from the village of Okr\u00fahle in eastern Slovakia. He left Slovakia at the age of sixteen and went on to make his life in the United States of America. Starting out as a miner, he gradually worked his way up to become a successful businessman and banker. He played a part in the establishment of several financial institutions and, through his work, had an impact on economic, social and cultural life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite his success abroad, he never forgot his roots or his native region. He supported Slovak cultural organisations, took an interest in events in his homeland, and played an active role in the lives of Slovak emigrants in the United States of America. His activities and public engagement made him one of the leading figures of the Slovak diaspora in the first half of the 20th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The historic bank building in Pre\u0161ov is also closely linked to Michal Bos\u00e1k. It was built between 1923 and 1924 in the Art Nouveau style and remains one of the most striking landmarks in the town\u2019s historic centre to this day. It is here that visitors can discover the banker\u2019s personal story in an authentic setting that evokes his business career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exhibition at Bos\u00e1kova banka<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The exhibition explores Bos\u00e1k\u2019s life through thematic sections, historical documents and authentic artefacts. Visitors can explore the bank\u2019s original premises and vaults, see an office furnished in the style of the period, and admire a portrait of Michal Bos\u00e1k by the Pre\u0161ov-based academic painter J\u00falius T\u00f6r\u00f6k.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Objects linked to Bos\u00e1k\u2019s native region also form an important part of the exhibition. The original school desks from the village of Okr\u00fahle are a reminder of the school he commissioned to be built, and bear witness to his connection to his homeland and his philanthropic work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The topic of emigration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The exhibition also explores the broader theme of Slovak emigration. Period travel documents, written records, memorabilia and other exhibits illustrate the journey of Slovaks to the United States, as well as their cultural and social life across the Atlantic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new exhibition was created in collaboration between the Regional Museum in Pre\u0161ov and Associate Professor Martin Javor. It comprises items from the museum\u2019s collection and loaned exhibits which were previously on display at the Museum of Emigration from Slovakia to North America \u2013 Kasigarda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A visit to Bos\u00e1kova Bank offers a glimpse into history through its architecture, personal stories and authentic artefacts. The exhibition serves as a reminder that even someone from a small village can achieve success through courage, hard work and ability, whilst remaining connected to their roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Source: the Regional Museum in Pre\u0161ov
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