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Alphonse Mucha: Master of Art Nouveau Exhibit Tour

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

Join Curator Stefanie Kohn for a guided tour of Alphonse Mucha: Master of Art Nouveau, where you’ll learn about the history, stories, and significance behind the 75 works in the exhibit, including rare original lithographs and proofs, paintings, drawings, posters, books, and portfolios from the Dhawan Collection, one of the finest private collections of Mucha’s...

Alphonse Mucha: Master of Art Nouveau Exhibit Tour

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

Join Curator Stefanie Kohn for a guided tour of Alphonse Mucha: Master of Art Nouveau, where you’ll learn about the history, stories, and significance behind the 75 works in the exhibit, including rare original lithographs and proofs, paintings, drawings, posters, books, and portfolios from the Dhawan Collection, one of the finest private collections of Mucha’s...

Impact of Exchange – Roundtable

The Impact of Exchange Photo Exhibit showcases the power exchange programs have for U.S. citizens leading to transformations that fostered personal and professional development and created connections across the world. Join us for a free screen printed t-shirt by Andre Wright, a roundtable discussion with Diplomat in Residence Sarah Stealy and local exchange representatives, live...

Coffee and Kolach

As the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library celebrates it’s 50th anniversary throughout 2024, our Kava & Kolac (Coffee & Kolach) series will feature programs, concerts, highlights, and special events. Brew a pot of coffee, powder your kolaches, and join NCSML via Facebook Live or YouTube Live each first Friday of the month. Join us...

Event Series Free First Saturday for Students

Free First Saturday for Students

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

Students of all ages (preschool through college) are invited to visit the NCSML’s exhibits for free on the first Saturday of each month. College students must bring a current school ID card. Cost: Free with student ID. Sponsored by: UFG Insurance

Impact of Exchange – Public Reading

The Impact of Exchange Photo Exhibit showcases the power exchange programs have for U.S. citizens leading to transformations that fostered personal and professional development and created connections across the world. Join us for a public reading by Fall Writers in Residence from the International Writing Program! For More Information: IMPACT OF EXCHANGE PHOTO EXHIBIT | Global...

Czech’em Out Book Club

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

Czech'em Out Book Club meets on the third Monday of each month with NCSML volunteer Steve Pederson in the Skala Bartizal Library following the reading of each months selected book. You can purchase this month's book from our museum store. About this months book: Czech and Slovak Immigration to America When did your Czech or...

BrewNost

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

Save the date for BrewNost 2024! Enjoy food and beverage from some of the area’s finest restaurants, local breweries and distilleries, along with international beers, wine, and spirits. Supporting the educational and cultural mission of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, this festive outdoor celebration includes live music, live and silent auction prizes,...

Rechigl Reading Room Dedication

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

Our new Rechcigl Reading Room opens Saturday, September 21. Please join us for this dedication with honored guest and speaker Miloslav Rechcigl Jr., Ph.D. Light refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome!   About the Speaker Miloslav (Mila) Rechcigl Jr., Ph.D. is the past president of the Czechoslovak Society of Arts and Sciences (SVU). He...