Since its foundation in 1990, Collegium Marianum has been focussing on introducing Early-Music heritage to the wider public and on providing education in the area of historical performance practice and art restoration.

The core of its cultural activities has been the Summer Festivities of Early Music international music festival (since 2000), the concert series Baroque soirées (since 2001), masterclasses for young musicians and activities for families.

Collegium Marianum is a continuation of the ideals of the historic educational organizations of Prague’s Old Town, namely the Latin Týn School, founded in the 13th century, and the Reček University College founded in 1438.