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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 of the Year of Czech Music began exactly one hundred years ago in 1924 with the celebration of the centenary of the birth of Bedřich...

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

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, drawings, posters, books, and portfolios from the Dhawan Collection, one of the finest private collections of Mucha’s works in the U.S. Mucha is most often...

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 iconic institution for our community, state, nation, and world. In 1974, a group of visionaries were passionate about preserving the Czech and Slovak culture, heritage,...

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 a wide spectrum of musical genres. The trio comprises Czech singer, percussionist, bass player, and songwriter Lenka Novotná, Slovak multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer Juraj Holoda,...

Event Series Let’s Talk Czech

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. CDT in-person in the NCSML boardroom (2nd floor) or online for nine sessions starting on April 2. For Zoom instructions please email msimoneau@ncsml.org.Cost: $15 for...

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, honey and butter, or simply accompanied by a steaming cup of hot milk or cocoa. Although not traditionally Czech or Slovak, it serves as an...

Event Series Let’s Talk Czech

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. CDT in-person in the NCSML boardroom (2nd floor) or online for nine sessions starting on April 2. For Zoom instructions please email msimoneau@ncsml.org.Cost: $15 for...

Laskomky – Czechoslovak Macaroons

"Laskomka" is a meringue sandwich cookie with coconut (or walnuts) and filled with caramel cream. It is often likened to a Czech and Slovak macaroon. In this class, we'll teach you to craft this exquisite dessert from scratch, focusing on creating the perfect meringue and preparing the creamy caramel filling. You'll also have the option...