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Groundbreaking of NCSML Clock Tower Renovation

Join us for a groundbreaking ceremony near the NCSML clock tower to officially kick off its renovation. The renovated NCSML clock tower will incorporate an astronomical clock (orloj) from the...

Furdek Special Collection Grand Opening

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

Join us for the grand opening of the Furdek Special Collection. Light refreshments will be served. The Furdek Special Collection is part of an NCSML acquisition of the Reverend Matthew...

An Evening of Opera with Ester Pavlů and Ahmad Hedar

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

Join us for an evening of opera with Ester Pavlů and Ahmad Hedar to celebrate both the Year of Czech Music and 50 years of NCSML's rich history. The tradition...

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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...

Alphonse Mucha: Master of Art Nouveau Opening

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

Join us for the opening of Alphonse Mucha: Master of Art Nouveau with a ribbon cutting and light refreshments. Presented are 75 works including rare original lithographs and proofs, paintings,...

Preciosa Gala

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

The year 2024 marks a sentinel time in the history of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of this...

Performance by Colorful People

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

Formed in 2014, Colorful People is a Czech-Slovak multigenre band with an impressive musical journey. Their performances are known for keeping audiences emotionally engaged, offering authentic and thrilling experiences spanning...

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Let’s Talk Czech

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

Please join us for a new program, Mluvme česky or Let's Talk Czech. This conversational Czech program with Diane Kozelka will be held each Tuesday from 5 - 6 p.m....

Loupáčky – Sweet Pastry Rolls

In this class, we will delve into the delightful world of the traditional Czech and Slovak "loupáček," a cherished lightly sweetened roll that can be savored with preserves or jam,...