NCSML Blog

Artists as Activists spotlight: Tania BrugueraWritten and illustrated by NCSML intern Melina Testin “Art is useful. Through art we can start building a world that works differently.” -Tania Bruguera Tania Bruguera is…

Artists as Activists spotlight: David ČernýWritten and illustrated by NCSML intern Melina Testin “… I am unable to see things the way other people do.” – David Černý David Černý is a…

Inspired by the NCSML CollectionRecently, The Getty Museum in Los Angeles challenged art fans to post photos of themselves recreating their favorite works of art from the safety of their homes. Visitor &…

5 ways YOU can help NCSML on #GivingTuesdayNowDear Friends of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, It is quiet at the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library. We aren’t…

Easter Lamb Cake Meets the 21st CenturyWritten by Joyce M. Langlas As a fifth generation Czech American, my exposure to the customs of “the Old Country” had diminished over time. About 20…

Dear friends of the NCSML, As we enter this holy weekend, on behalf of the entire NCSML family and our Board of Trustees, I want to wish you a Happy Easter and…

Playing a role in cultural educationWritten by Kaitlin Schlotfelt, NCSML Family Programs Manager I grew up in a very theatrical family. My mom and dad practically met on stage, and all of…

Staying engaged in a time of isolationWritten by Sarah Henderson, NCSML K-12 Learning Specialist I am blown away by how my community is rallying to support each other during this crisis. Overnight,…