Enjoy a guided tour of Brilliant Bohemian Garnets by Dr. Lucie Kodišová from the Department of Older Czech History at the National Museum in Prague from where the artifacts have traveled from.
Brilliant Bohemian Garnets is a one-of-a-kind exhibition of priceless antique and modern garnets from the National Museum in Prague, Czech Republic and is only making one stop in America — and that’s in Iowa. Nearly 200 objects that feature the fiery red gemstones will be on display. Many pieces are garnet-decorated jewelry, but others are household items like eyeglasses, mirrors, or picture frames. Mining and cutting equipment will also be featured.
Bohemian garnets are an important and beloved part of the cultural heritage for people of Czech and Slovak descent. After this special showing at NCSML, the garnets will be put on permanent display at a special new gallery at the Czech National Museum, never to leave the Czech Republic again.