Little Hanoi: Next Generation — a photography exhibition about the second generation of Vietnamese in Czechia
Portraits of the second Vietnamese generation in Czechia. An exhibition about identity, roots, and finding one's own voice between two worlds.
Who are we,
when we are »next«?
The project loosely follows a 2008 photographic series documenting the Vietnamese community in Prague. Eighteen years later, the next generation introduces itself — those who have been growing up between two cultures since childhood.
Štěpánka Stein and Vendy Mlejnská captured more than seventy stylised portraits. The medallions and curatorial selection were prepared by Thuy Duong Nguyen Trinh.
“The second generation always has it harder than the first. They didn't choose their lives — they were born into them, and now they have to deal with it. How they're managing, you'll see in this exhibition.” — Hynek Kmoníček, former Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Vietnam
Prague,
June 18 — July 11, 2026
Three accompanying events run alongside the main exhibition. For admission to the exhibition itself, select the “Main exhibition” ticket. For an accompanying-programme event, select that specific event — an accompanying-event ticket usually includes admission to the main exhibition as well.
76
journeys between
two worlds.
Pick someone you'd like to get to know. Every story is available in three language versions.
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From the first vision
to a touring exhibition.
An original 2008 photographic series documenting the Vietnamese community in Prague. A quiet document of the first generation.
The new realisation team's first meeting at the Czech Centres headquarters in Prague. We piece together ideas for a loose continuation, refine the concept, and search for a name.
A public introduction of the project and an invitation for young Vietnamese to take part.
The exhibition opened for the first time as part of Hanoi Photo Biennale '25 and drew attention from both the general public and professional photographers. The chairman of the Czech Senate, Mr Miloš Vystrčil, visited as well during his official trip to Vietnam.
PastThe exhibition finally arrives in Prague — its home stop. Come experience it for yourself! Holešovická tržnice, Hall 11.
Now onWho's
behind it.
Production in Prague
- Duc Anh Lelead coordinator, Viet Up
- Hoang Long Phanmarketing coordinator, DCG
- Bao Nhi Dosocial media, Viet Up
- Barbora Bečicováevent coordinator, Viet Up
- Dana Brabcovádirector, Czech Centres Hanoi
- Anna Puklovácoordinator, Czech Centres Prague
Without them,
none of this would happen.
Prague 2026
Photo production took place in Hanoi with the support of
How to
find us.
- Address
- Holešovická tržnice (Holešovice Market Hall), Hall 11Bubenské nábřeží 306/13, Prague 7
- Dates and opening hours
- June 18 – July 11, 2026Mon–Fri: 13:00–20:00Sat–Sun: 11:00–18:00
- Transport
- Public transportTram “Pražská tržnice”, lines 1, 12, 25, 34
- By car
- Paid parking available on site.More info here.
- Admission
- Exhibition only · Exhibition with the accompanying programmeStandard and discounted. Online via GoOut.
- Accessibility
- The exhibition space is wheelchair accessible.
- Pets
- Pets are not allowed inside the exhibition.Thank you for visiting the exhibition without them.