LYCEUM - Free Society Lab

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Since its origin in 1606, the Evangelical lyceum in Bratislava served as the place of enlightenment that put the Slovak nation to its present-day position. Systemic mission work of priests working at the lyceum provided the Slovak nation with education and preparation of representatives of the Slovak intelligentsia. Personalities spreading the “new teaching” to a rather conservative society of the 17th century opened the question of values, social issues and sensitive topics. Many significant representatives in various fields of study in the 19th century graduated from the Evangelical lyceum in Bratislava. It was alma mater for both, the Štúr disciples as well as a whole generation of evangelical intellectuals  who succeeded in many aspects of life, such as diplomacy, literature and politics. The new lyceum building is especially well known; along with the historical building of the Old lyceum situated near Konventná street. It is a two story building built in classicist style in 1783 based on the design of Matej Walch. In the 20th century, the Old evangelical lyceum was transformed due to several construction adaptations. The historical building will be reconstructed soon and adapted for the purpose of a new culture and community centre with multi-purpose premises.