Meet Czech Photographer Roman Franc, creator of "Sokol Loyal Guard" from 1 - 3 p.m. CDT during the opening reception of his exhibition. Light refreshments will be served. Starting at 1 p.m. CDT, he will give a presentation about his photography and this exhibition followed by a guided tour of his exhibit in the Anderson...
Join Mark Stoffer Hunter, Cedar Rapids historian, on a walking tour of historic Czech Village. Learn the unique history behind this fascinating neighborhood. Special stories associated with architectural landmarks in Czech Village will be highlighted. The tour will begin and end at the bottom of NCSML stairs.Cost: $7 general, $5 for members. RSVP is required.
Visiting from the Czech Republic, the 18-piece brass band Dolněmčanka was founded in the village of Dolní Němčí back in 1876. They actively perform in local and international cultural events, such as feasts, harvest parties, balls, church and family celebrations. You can expect traditional folk songs and music that's sure to get you moving! A...
Brew a pot of coffee, powder your kolaches, and join NCSML each first Friday of the month for Coffee & Kolach! Each month we'll be discussing a different topic via Facebook Live or YouTube Live. This month, NCSML Curator Stefanie Kohn will discuss our newest exhibits including the upcoming Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival...
*** CANCELLED *** December 10-19, 2022 —Tour the Christmas Markets of Dresden (Germany), Vienna (Austria), Budapest (Hungary), Bratislava (Slovakia) and Prague (Czech Republic). Each of these markets is unique, and several stops at smaller community Christmas markets between the primary locations will be included. It’s a European shopper’s paradise, and just in time for holiday...
The NCSML Museum Store will be closed Monday, October 17 to prepare for the upcoming holiday season. NCSML will remain open as usual. Make sure to stop by later that week to check out our new and exciting look and merchandise!
The History and Mysteries of Prague’s Jewish Quarter with the Author of Haunted Prague Prague is the most mysterious of places, one of Europe’s most hauntingly beautiful—and just plain haunted—destinations. Nowhere is this truer than in its fabled Jewish Quarter. Join Michele Patrick, author of Haunted Prague: Stories of Spirits, Sorcerers, and the Supernatural, for...
This month we'll speak with Jakub Ketman, a fourth year media studies Ph.D. student from Palacký University in Olomouc. His current research deals with media history, problems of local journalism, and contemporary ways of news production in Czech media. He will speak to how he is using the NCSML’s collection of historic newspapers and journals...
Enjoy interactive art projects and a festive photo booth in the new exhibit Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions. 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...