The Slovak Epic Exhibit Opening

Jiruska Gallery 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

The Slovak Epic exhibit will be opening in the NCSML permanent exhibit area on September 25, 2024 as a result of cooperation with Univerzita sv. Cyrila a Metoda v Trnave (UCM) and other partners from Slovakia. The exhibit displays a series of remarkable photos made by a well-known, internationally recognized Slovak photographer Martin Machaj, who...

Classic & Modern Czech & Slovak Cuisine XV – 1st Class

Our latest live online Zoom cooking series comprises of 5 classes. Our Fall Cooking Series will take you on a delightful journey through Czech and Slovak cuisine. We'll start with the comforting Brussels Sprouts Soup, then explore the savory depths of Szegedin Goulash. You'll master the art of flaky, layered pastries with traditional and vegetarian...

NCSML Orloj President’s Visit & Clocktower Unveiling

The grand unveiling of our astronomical clocktower is happening on Friday, September 27 at noon and is free and open to the public! The dedication will be joined by President Petr Pavel of the Czech Republic and President Peter Pellegrini of Slovakia! WHEN: Friday, September 27 Motorcade through Czech Village: 10:00 am Presidents on the Terrace:...

Tempus Fugit II Exhibit Opening

The photographic exhibition Tempus Fugit II deals with Baroque churches in Broumov, northeastern Bohemia. The designer was the well-known architect Kilian Ignaz Dientzenhofer, who was born in 1689 in Prague. He was one of the most important architects of the Baroque period. Tempus Fugit II, by photographers Dano and Jana Veselští, aims not only to...

Echoes in the USA: Two Worlds

WFLA/ZCBJ Heritage Hall 1400 Inspiration Place SW , Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

ECHOES IN THE USA: two weeks of celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library! October 28 (OPENING NIGHT) - 6:30 p.m. / NCSML Two worlds, one people, and an excitement for the history, future, and celebration of cross-cultural experience will collide in this opening event of the Echoes festival...