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Music @ the Museum: Alfonso Ponticelli & Swing Gitan

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

The music of Gypsy guitarist Django Reinhardt with Balkan and Flamenco influenced melodies and rhythms -- foot-tappin' and hand-clappin' Gypsy and swing.

$10 – $15

Music @ the Museum: Alfonso Ponticelli & Swing Gitan

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

The music of Gypsy guitarist Django Reinhardt with Balkan and Flamenco influenced melodies and rhythms -- foot-tappin' and hand-clappin' Gypsy and swing.

$10 – $15

Family Gallery Talk: Contraband & the Secret Police

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

Join us in our permanent exhibit, Faces of Freedom: The Czech and Slovak Journey, as we briefly explore contraband, the secret police, and the Velvet Revolution in former Czechoslovakia.

Family Gallery Talk: Contraband & the Secret Police

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

Join us in our permanent exhibit, Faces of Freedom: The Czech and Slovak Journey, as we briefly explore contraband, the secret police, and the Velvet Revolution in former Czechoslovakia.

Memories of Evil: A World War II Childhood

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

The author recounts his peaceful childhood in Czechoslovakia, how his life was radically changed by the Holocaust, and his experience surviving six German concentration camps.

Free

Memories of Evil: A World War II Childhood

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

The author recounts his peaceful childhood in Czechoslovakia, how his life was radically changed by the Holocaust, and his experience surviving six German concentration camps.

Free

African Art!

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

Come learn about art from Africa! University of Iowa Museum of Art instructors will lead an interactive presentation of original works of art from this part of the globe. See, touch, and talk about beautiful pieces of art from Africa.

Free

African Art!

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

Come learn about art from Africa! University of Iowa Museum of Art instructors will lead an interactive presentation of original works of art from this part of the globe. See, touch, and talk about beautiful pieces of art from Africa.

Free

(Cancelled) Grub & Suds Culture Walk: Czech Village

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

Learn about the unique history behind this fascinating neighborhood. Jan will highlight special stories associated with landmarks in the Village. Afterward, stop at a favorite neighborhood hangout for tasty appetizers and discussion!

$9 – $10