„…blooms blue…“ – Prostějov unveils historic mailbox dedicated to Jiří Wolker
„…blooms blue…“ – Prostějov unveils historic mailbox dedicated to Jiří Wolker
Prostějov commemorates its famous native son, poet Jiří Wolker, in an unconventional yet highly symbolic way. On the initiative of its members, the Prostějov Rotary Club purchased and restored a historic mailbox, which – in the spirit of Wolker's work – was painted blue and placed "on the corner of the street," as described by the author himself in his poem. The box found its place on a renovated town house on T. G. Masaryk Square in Prostějov.
The Czech Post will take over its regular operation. From the moment of the ceremonial unveiling, which will take place on Friday, December 5, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., all letters deposited in this historic mailbox will be collected regularly.
As a special bonus, the Czech Post, in cooperation with the Prostějov Philatelists Club, has prepared a treat especially for lovers of postal history and philatelists – all items collected from this box until the end of 2025 will be stamped with a special postmark that is unique for collectors.
"It is an honor for us to combine tradition with the poetry of Jiří Wolker and bring it into the present day. The blue historical mailbox is not only a tribute to an important poet, but also a symbol that connecting people through letters still has its significance. Česká pošta is delighted to take over the operation of this historic mailbox, and we believe it will bring joy to both the residents of Prostějov and philatelists from across the country," says Silvie Mandlová, Director of the Contact Network Division at Česká pošta.
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