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Brilliant Bohemian Garnets Exhibition Opens

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

A one-of-a-kind exhibition of priceless antique and modern garnets from the National Museum in Prague, Czech Republic is only making one stop in America — and that’s in Iowa. Over 300 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,...

Brilliant Bohemian Garnets Exhibit Guided Tour

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

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...

Event Series Czech’em Out Book Club

Czech’em Out Book Club

Skala Bartizal Library 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Join us each Monday in the Skala Bartizal Library for the next six weeks as we read and discuss “Journey for Freedom: Defection from Communist Czechoslovakia" by Peter Vodenka. Discussions will be led by NCSML Volunteer, Steve Pederson. This is a fascinating true story of determination, mortal danger, and success. After ten years of planning...

Event Series Czech’em Out Book Club

Czech’em Out Book Club

Skala Bartizal Library 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Join us each Monday in the Skala Bartizal Library for the next six weeks as we read and discuss “Journey for Freedom: Defection from Communist Czechoslovakia" by Peter Vodenka. Discussions will be led by NCSML Volunteer, Steve Pederson. This is a fascinating true story of determination, mortal danger, and success. After ten years of planning...

New Bohemia Walking Tour with Mark Stoffer Hunter

Masaryk Park 1399 1st St SE, Cedar Rapids, United States

Join Mark Stoffer Hunter, Cedar Rapids historian, on a walking tour of historic New Bohemia. Learn the unique history behind this fascinating neighborhood. Special stories associated with architectural landmarks in New Bohemia will be highlighted. The tour will begin and end at Masaryk Park (east end of the Bridge of Lions/16th avenue bridge). Wear comfortable...