May 2019
Summer Family Art Workshop: Fun with Fanfrnochs
Cost: $5 per child. Registration is required and space is limited. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For each paid child admission, one adult may attend for free.A pot, animal bladder, and horse hair. That's all you needed for this traditional Czech/Slovak instrument, the fanfrnoch. For a long time, those may have been on hand at home, but today it's not so common. Today we will be learning how to make our own fanfrnoch out of recycled materials that…
Find out more »The 18th Taste of Czech & Slovak
Cost: $15, children 10 & under free. Ticket sales have ended online. Tickets can be purchased online or ahead of time at the Museum’s info desk. Online ticket sales will end at 3:00 p.m. Friday, May 17. A limited number will be available at the door. Seating at 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Sample delicious appetizers, soup, salads, sides, entrées, and dessert recipes handed down by generations of Czech and Slovak cooks. Dishes include pork and dumplings with sauerkraut, chicken…
Find out more »A Royal Afternoon at the Museum
Cost: $12/children; $8/adultsEver wondered what it’s like to be a member of Czech/Slovak royalty? During Houby Days, come to this unique, jam-packed event for kids ages 5-12. Taste delicious treats, try on Czech and Slovak costumes, make take-home crafts, watch fun music and dance, and meet Czech and Slovak queens, princes and princesses from around the United States. Presented by: Czech Heritage Foundation
Find out more »The Art of Ancient European Egg Decoration
Cost: Lecture at 1:30 p.m. is free. Egg decorating classes are $25. 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Egg decorating class 1:30 p.m. Free lecture 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Egg decorating classJoin the Czech Heritage Federation of Iowa at the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library for a FREE lecture and demonstration on the ancient egg decorating method of Kraslice, a Moravian etching technique. Czechoslovakian-born, internationally acclaimed author and folk artist Lenka Glassner will talk about the colorful history…
Find out more »June 2019
Free First Saturday for Students: Butterfly Social
Butterflies are beautiful and fun to watch gracefully flutter through the air, but they are also important to the health of our ecosystem. We’ll have various activities, including a big butterfly that you can make your mark on, as well as learning about how you can make a butterfly-friendly garden at home! Folks from the Monarch Zone will be here from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. with a butterfly tent by our replica Berlin Wall and for this day we…
Find out more »Playtime Poppy Summer Theatre Adventure Auditions
Cost: FreePlaytime Poppy’s Summer Theatre Adventure is partnering with NCSML and the African American Museum of Iowa this summer to explore tales and traditions from West Africa through a play written and directed by Darrin Crow! All interested students are invited to try out for parts in the production in this audition session. Visit the Playtime Poppy website for more information. Auditions: June 2, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. Ages: 7 -14 Tech Crew: Applications (coming soon) due June 2, 2109…
Find out more »Concept Pop, Or Invisible Elephants and the Flies that Bug Them
Join us for a free lecture from internationally known Egyptian street artist, Ganzeer, on June 6 at 7:00 p.m. at the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library. A multi-layered artist active during the 2011 Egyptian revolution, street artist “Ganzeer”, like former Czechoslovakia President Vaclav Havel, faced the creative silencing of an oppressive government. Ganzeer will discuss his approach to creating art, including street art during the heat of the Egyptian revolution, performative pieces, printmaking, painting, video-art, and more. Ganzeer…
Find out more »Crash Course in Street Art and Protest Art Workshop with Ganzeer
Cost: $50 for adults; $20 for students of all ages (Recommended for ages 12 and over) The cost covers this two day event, Friday, June 7, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, June 8, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Learn design, drawing, painting, and cause a little havoc on our replica Berlin Wall in this two-day workshop led by internationally renowned street artist, “Ganzeer”. On the first day, Ganzeer will teach the various techniques and designing process for his type…
Find out more »Crash Course in Street Art and Protest Art Workshop with Ganzeer
Cost: $50 for adults; $20 for students of all ages (Recommended for ages 12 and over) The cost covers this two day event, Friday, June 7, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, June 8, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Learn design, drawing, painting, and cause a little havoc on our replica Berlin Wall in this two-day workshop led by internationally renowned street artist, “Ganzeer”. On the first day, Ganzeer will teach the various techniques and designing process for his type…
Find out more »Summer Art Workshop: Hubert’s Ice Cream & Paint Workshop
Cost: $6 per child. Registration is required and space is limited. Children must be accompanied by an adult.Enjoy an ice cream and toppings bar while painting your own Hubert the Hedgehog, our NCSML mascot.Sponsored by: CRST International
Find out more »Road to College
Cost: $120 for 5 sessions, Monday, June 10 – Friday, June 14, 2019. 1:00-3:00 p.m. each day. Register by May 31, 2019.The NCSML Road to College series helps high schoolers tackle college preparations. This week-long series includes discussion-based sessions, college level lectures, and local professor-led classes. The 2019 Road to College is titled The Fall of the Berlin Wall and will focus on the seminal year 1989 in honor of the 30th anniversary of the Berlin Wall’s demise. To register…
Find out more »Road to College
Cost: $120 for 5 sessions, Monday, June 10 – Friday, June 14, 2019. 1:00-3:00 p.m. each day. Register by May 31, 2019.The NCSML Road to College series helps high schoolers tackle college preparations. This week-long series includes discussion-based sessions, college level lectures, and local professor-led classes. The 2019 Road to College is titled The Fall of the Berlin Wall and will focus on the seminal year 1989 in honor of the 30th anniversary of the Berlin Wall’s demise. To register…
Find out more »Bobbin Lace Making Demonstration
See members of the Doris Southard Lace Guild demonstrate this beautiful craft. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the second Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
Find out more »Road to College
Cost: $120 for 5 sessions, Monday, June 10 – Friday, June 14, 2019. 1:00-3:00 p.m. each day. Register by May 31, 2019.The NCSML Road to College series helps high schoolers tackle college preparations. This week-long series includes discussion-based sessions, college level lectures, and local professor-led classes. The 2019 Road to College is titled The Fall of the Berlin Wall and will focus on the seminal year 1989 in honor of the 30th anniversary of the Berlin Wall’s demise. To register…
Find out more »Road to College
Cost: $120 for 5 sessions, Monday, June 10 – Friday, June 14, 2019. 1:00-3:00 p.m. each day. Register by May 31, 2019.The NCSML Road to College series helps high schoolers tackle college preparations. This week-long series includes discussion-based sessions, college level lectures, and local professor-led classes. The 2019 Road to College is titled The Fall of the Berlin Wall and will focus on the seminal year 1989 in honor of the 30th anniversary of the Berlin Wall’s demise. To register…
Find out more »Road to College
Cost: $120 for 5 sessions, Monday, June 10 – Friday, June 14, 2019. 1:00-3:00 p.m. each day. Register by May 31, 2019.The NCSML Road to College series helps high schoolers tackle college preparations. This week-long series includes discussion-based sessions, college level lectures, and local professor-led classes. The 2019 Road to College is titled The Fall of the Berlin Wall and will focus on the seminal year 1989 in honor of the 30th anniversary of the Berlin Wall’s demise. To register…
Find out more »Playtime Poppy Summer Theatre Adventure presents Tales Beneath the Baobab Tree
Cost: FreeJoin Playtime Poppy, the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, and the African American Museum of Iowa as we explore tales and traditions from West Africa. The Summer Theatre Adventure is a free week long, immersive theatre experience for ages 7-14 to engage with theatre, culture, and community, and includes two performances at the end of the week that are free and open to the public. Performances: Sat., June 22, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Show…
Find out more »Playtime Poppy Summer Theatre Adventure presents Tales Beneath the Baobab Tree
Cost: FreeJoin Playtime Poppy, the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, and the African American Museum of Iowa as we explore tales and traditions from West Africa. The Summer Theatre Adventure is a free week long, immersive theatre experience for ages 7-14 to engage with theatre, culture, and community, and includes two performances at the end of the week that are free and open to the public. Performances: Sat., June 22, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Show…
Find out more »Czech Village Walking Tour
Cost: $5.00 for members of the NCSML; $7.00 for non-membersJoin NCSML staff on a walking tour of historic Czech Village. Learn about the unique history behind this fascinating neighborhood. Special stories associated with architectural landmarks in the Village will be highlighted.Presented by: CRST International
Find out more »July 2019
Bobbin Lace Making Demonstration
See members of the Doris Southard Lace Guild demonstrate this beautiful craft. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the second Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
Find out more »History on Tap: Pop! Nuclear Weapons, the Cold War, and Eighties Popular Culture
Cost: Free Location: NCSMLDerek Buckaloo, Coe College Professor of History, will take us through the decade of the eighties looking at how Pop Culture was influenced by the Cold War and its very real threat of nuclear war, which thankfully faded with the Cold War's surprising ending. Join us before 5:30 p.m. and check out our exhibit Revolution 1989 to learn even more about this fascinating subject. Our cash bar will be open with specialty themed cocktails. Derek Buckaloo was…
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Paco Rosic Lecture – Cancelled
***This event has been cancelled*** Paco Rosic’s visit is part of NCSML’s Revolutions Starts in the Streets public art installation and programming.Cost: FreeRevolution Starts in the Streets is presented by Aegon Transamerica with contributing sponsorship by the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Program Fund.
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Summer Family Free Day
Video games, neon clothes, and revolution! The 1980s were a time of crazy change from increased technology to the fall of Communism. Stop by for a full day of family-friendly activities, tasty food, and music. Enjoy free admission for the whole family to the NCSML’s exhibit galleries. Come and have a gnarly time!Cost: Free!Presented by: CRST International with contributing sponsorship from Collins Aerospace, Wells Fargo and Lou and Katherine Svoboda.
Find out more »August 2019
Bobbin Lace Making Demonstration
See members of the Doris Southard Lace Guild demonstrate this beautiful craft. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the second Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
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Needlepoint guild demonstrations
See members of the Blue Ribbon Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild demonstrate their skills. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the third Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
Find out more »*SOLD OUT* Portrait Embroidery Workshop with Rose Couch
This class is full. Learn how to embroider portraits with Artist, Rose Couch. An Iowa Native, Rose Couch, has a unique style of art making, that she calls “paint with thread.” Rose will show you how to sew string on canvas, and create your own beautiful portrait.Cost: $15Revolution Starts in the Streets is presented by Aegon Transamerica with contributing sponsorship by the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Program Fund.
Find out more »September 2019
Point of Space: Jan Kaláb Talk and Book Signing
When Jan Kaláb was born in 1978 in Czechoslovakia, graffiti was not to be seen in the Eastern World. In the nineties, as the country was opening itself to western influences, he became one of the pioneers of the local scene expressing himself with his iconic crew, the DSK. As his media transformed and he became a prominent contemporary artist, one thing remains: his unique point of view. Jan will talk about his past as a leading graffiti and street…
Find out more »Bobbin Lace Making Demonstration
See members of the Doris Southard Lace Guild demonstrate this beautiful craft. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the second Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
Find out more »What’s the Point? A Street Art Workshop with Jan Kaláb
Jan Kaláb is a remarkable Czech artist based on the creative roots of graffiti and street art. He belongs to the founding generation of street artists in Prague. Gradually, he transferred this visual culture from the street to prestigious gallery spaces across the world. The street facades and experimental works, including for example 3-D graffiti objects, which he pioneered in the international context, were replaced by canvases of various shapes of his own production and abstract sculptures. Join Jan, as…
Find out more »Stitching 101: Basic Embroidery and Needle Point
We will be learning hand-stitching basics from how to thread the needle to using hoops. Each participant will walk away with a “doodle cloth” that they can use for reference at home for practice or even bring back to the next session Saturday, September 21. If you would like to sign up for the whole series (Sep. 14, 21, and 28) you can save $5! This series of workshops is taught by the American Needlepoint Guild members from the Blue…
Find out more »Needlepoint guild demonstrations
See members of the Blue Ribbon Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild demonstrate their skills. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the third Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
Find out more »NCSML closed on September 20
Presented by Basepoint Wealth, we are thrilled to hold the 16th Annual BrewNost celebration on September 20. We ask for your support and encourage you to join us for this great evening, with all proceeds supporting the mission of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library. Due to the preparations and size of this event, NCSML will be closed during the day on September 20. We hope you will join us for this event, and we will resume our…
Find out more »BrewNost
Join us for the Midwest's premier international beer festival! Enjoy unlimited food and beverage sampling from some of the best local brewers, distillers, and chefs. Featuring a wide range of international beers hand selected by Doug Alberhasky, from John’s Grocery in Iowa City, Iowa! Tickets are on sale now at NCSML.org/BrewNost or at the museum. Learn more about BrewNost hereCost: VIP Admission: $125 General Admission: $65 ($75 day of) Due to the preparations and size of this event, NCSML…
Find out more »Stitching 101: Dish Towel Masters
Each participant will be issued a dish towel with a Czech heart pattern drawn on it. Using the stitches that we learned in the previous class, we will make our own dish towels that folks will take home with them to decorate their kitchens. If you would like to sign up for the whole series (Sep. 14, 21, and 28) you can save $5! This series of workshops is taught by the American Needlepoint Guild members from the Blue Ribbon…
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Stitching 101: Needle Point Canvases
We will be learning basic needlepoint stitches on canvas pieces. If you would like to sign up for the whole series (Sep. 14, 21, and 28) you can save $5! This series of workshops is taught by the American Needlepoint Guild members from the Blue Ribbon Chapter.Cost: $5 per participant. Suggested children no younger than 10 and must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »October 2019
Medieval to Metal: The Art & Evolution of the GUITAR Member Opening
Join us on Friday, October 4 for an exclusive member’s only preview and exhibit opening celebration! See the Medieval to Metal exhibit from the National GUITAR Museum before it opens to the public. Members can enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar, followed by an informative concert program, highlighting the history of the Dopyera brothers and the Dobro guitar. Schedule of Events: 5:30 p.m. Medieval to Metal: The Art & Evolution of the GUITAR open Museum Store Open Light hors d’oeuvres and a…
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Late Nights at the NCSML
Join us for a jewelry trunk show in the Museum Store featuring custom jewelry designed exclusively for the NCSML by Seattle artist Kelly Jones of Wraptillion Modern Industrial Jewelry and modeled by Alisabeth Von Presley. Get 25% OFF custom guitar inspired Wraptillion Jewelry this night only!Late Night Schedule: 6:00 – 6:30 p.m. Rock Band Challenge with AVP in the Hemphill Theater 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Signing of Diamonds in the Blackout CD by Alisabeth Von Presley in the Museum Store…
Find out more »Bobbin Lace Making Demonstration
See members of the Doris Southard Lace Guild demonstrate this beautiful craft. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the second Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
Find out more »Pumpkin Painting Party
Have a spooktacular time at the museum painting pumpkins, crunching on snacks, and sipping cider! Everyone is encouraged to wear spooky, silly, beautiful, or kooky costumes and there will be aprons available to help protect their faboolous outfits. All necessary supplies are included in the ticket price.Cost: $5 per child, one free adult.Sponsored by: CRST International Pumpkins donated by Sass Family Farm
Find out more »Tonight’s for Teens
Tonight’s for Teens is a series of programs designed by our Youth Council based off of the kinds of events they wanted to attend. Tonight we will be watching The Monster Squad while enjoying Fong’s pizza and Wilson’s Orchard apple cider!Cost: Free - for teens
Find out more »Needlepoint guild demonstrations
See members of the Blue Ribbon Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild demonstrate their skills. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the third Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
Find out more »Velvet Revolution Lecture
November 2019 marks the 30th Anniversary of the Velvet Revolution beginning in Czechoslovakia and to commemorate this historic event, the NCSML is honored to welcome, Josef Jařab, PhD. Dr. Jařab, was the first rector of Palacký University, Olomouc, Czech Republic from 1989 to 1997. He has been a professor of English and American literature there since 1990 and director of the Center for Comparative Cultural Studies since 1996. His life has found him at the center of many significant moments…
Find out more »Cider Sip & Shop
Enjoy FREE Cider & Apple Themed samples as you tour through the retail shops of the Main Street District. Samples will be a variety of Apple themed drinks and treats - both alcoholic and non-alcoholic in retail locations. Apple themed specials will be featured at local restaurants. The NCSML will be sampling a Winter Tea Cocktail, Apple Bars made with local maple syrup, and Folk Art Sugar Cookies made with our rolling pins. Pick up your Cider Sip & Shop…
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November 2019
Movin’ at the Museum: POUND
Cost: FreeMovin’ at the Museum has expanded this year to once a month EVERY month! Each first Saturday of the month will be another chance for folks to try out another style of physical activity from Zumba to POUND. All ages welcome. This provides even more opportunity for everyone to get up and get movin’ for free in 2019! This full-body session combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and pilates-inspired movements — and is inspired by the infectious…
Find out more »Fall of the Wall Celebration
Join us on the actual 30th Anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall as we tear down our replica Berlin Wall. Come help us celebrate freedom and democracy as a community! Remarks begin at 3:30 p.m. at the wall followed by a reception with hors d’oeuvres and refreshments in Rozek Grand Hall. (Rain location: Grand Hall) Stick around afterwards for an 80’s after party at Lion Bridge.Cost: FreeThank you to our sponsors! Presented by: Collins Aerospace with contributing sponsorship…
Find out more »Deck the Grand Hall!
Join us for Christmas cookies and Christmas spirit as we put up our 13.5’ Christmas tree, an NCSML tradition. Read more about this special Christmas tradition and the meaning behind the ornaments on our blog.Cost: Free
Find out more »Bobbin Lace Making Demonstration
See members of the Doris Southard Lace Guild demonstrate this beautiful craft. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the second Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
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Member & Volunteer Holiday Shopping Night
Please join us for an exclusive Member & Volunteer Shopping Night hosted by the Museum Store! Shop for a cause to help support the mission of the NCSML. Enjoy holiday favorites played by Holly Robe on our piano in Grand Hall while you shop and mingle. Galleries will be open until 8:00 p.m.Enjoy: • 25% off in the Store* • First chance to shop our Buy 3, Get the 4th FREE Ornament Sale* • Holly Robe on piano in Grand…
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“Citizen Václav Havel Goes on Vacation” Film Screening
Before he became president of the Czech Republic following the Velvet Revolution, Vaclav Havel--playwright, essayist, intellectual--was a leading dissident, repeatedly jailed by the communist government. This extraordinary documentary by Jan and Adam Novak recreates (with irony) a little-known episode in Havel's rebellious life: the decision to test the limits of the secret police by taking an extended "vacation" to visit his friends across Czechoslovakia. The result is a riveting, often humorous journey into the soul of a brave individual who…
Find out more »Czechs and Slovaks in the United States: A Sociodemographic Snapshot
Who and where are Czech and Slovak immigrants and descendants in America today? We will examine geographic, demographic, social, and economic characteristics of these populations using data from the U.S. Census. We will also compare these groups to the overall US-born and foreign-born populations. Come learn about the current status of Czech and Slovak-Americans and discuss implications for the future. Presenters: Miriam Potocky Rafaidus, Ph.D., is Professor in the School of Social Work, Florida International University, and Director of its…
Find out more »Needlepoint guild demonstrations
See members of the Blue Ribbon Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild demonstrate their skills. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the third Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
Find out more »Ornament Personalization with Marj Nejdl
In celebration of the holiday season, Master Czech Folk Artist Marj Nejdl will be on hand in the Museum Store to personalize ornaments for you, including the 2019 Limited Edition NCSML Ornament designed by Marj herself (shown at right). Ornament personalization can be commissioned for almost any ornament for a small added price. The last day to have your ornament personalized is Dec. 14. As always, there is no admission cost to visit the Museum Store only. All are welcome!…
Find out more »December 2019
Old World Christmas Market 2019
You don’t want to miss our 10th year of making spirits bright, inspired by traditional European markets, but with our own Midwest magic. Enjoy the sights, sounds, smells, and flavors of the holidays as you participate in a decade long tradition. Experience a delightful market with local handcrafted items, delicious food and drink, entertainment, and activities for people of all ages. This enchanted celebration of culture, community, and holiday cheer is free for the entire weekend.Cost: FreeContributing Sponsor: GreenState Credit…
Find out more »Ornament Personalization with Marj Nejdl
In celebration of the holiday season, Master Czech Folk Artist Marj Nejdl will be on hand in the Museum Store to personalize ornaments for you, including the 2019 Limited Edition NCSML Ornament designed by Marj herself (shown at right). Ornament personalization can be commissioned for almost any ornament for a small added price. The last day to have your ornament personalized is Dec. 14. As always, there is no admission cost to visit the Museum Store only. All are welcome!…
Find out more »Old World Christmas Market 2019
You don’t want to miss our 10th year of making spirits bright, inspired by traditional European markets, but with our own Midwest magic. Enjoy the sights, sounds, smells, and flavors of the holidays as you participate in a decade long tradition. Experience a delightful market with local handcrafted items, delicious food and drink, entertainment, and activities for people of all ages. This enchanted celebration of culture, community, and holiday cheer is free for the entire weekend.Cost: FreeContributing Sponsor: GreenState Credit…
Find out more »Ornament Personalization with Marj Nejdl
In celebration of the holiday season, Master Czech Folk Artist Marj Nejdl will be on hand in the Museum Store to personalize ornaments for you, including the 2019 Limited Edition NCSML Ornament designed by Marj herself (shown at right). Ornament personalization can be commissioned for almost any ornament for a small added price. The last day to have your ornament personalized is Dec. 14. As always, there is no admission cost to visit the Museum Store only. All are welcome!…
Find out more »Bobbin Lace Making Demonstration
See members of the Doris Southard Lace Guild demonstrate this beautiful craft. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the second Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
Find out more »Holidays with a Heart: Shop for a Cause and Support our Community
Join us and several local partnering nonprofit organizations in our community for an evening of shopping for a cause! This night only, by donating to the NCSML or one of the participating nonprofits, you are entered to win your choice of a fabulous door prize provided by the Museum Store.Enjoy: Co-MC's for the night, Alisabeth Von Presley and Kevin Burt! Rock Band Challenge with Alisabeth in Hemphill Theater Free admission to Museum Galleries 25% off in the Museum Store (some…
Find out more »Ornament Personalization with Marj Nejdl
In celebration of the holiday season, Master Czech Folk Artist Marj Nejdl will be on hand in the Museum Store to personalize ornaments for you, including the 2019 Limited Edition NCSML Ornament designed by Marj herself (shown at right). Ornament personalization can be commissioned for almost any ornament for a small added price. The last day to have your ornament personalized is Dec. 14. As always, there is no admission cost to visit the Museum Store only. All are welcome!…
Find out more »Hubert’s Holiday Program
Come enjoy a wintery hedgehog book, games, and hot chocolate with Hubert, the hedgehog! We will have story time with Hubert at 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. with games and crafts between. Although we love our hedgehog friends, there will not be a live hedgie at the museum for this program. Cost: Free Presented by: CRST International
Find out more »Needlepoint guild demonstrations
See members of the Blue Ribbon Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild demonstrate their skills. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the third Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
Find out more »Three Nuts for Cinderella (Tři oříšky pro Popelku)
An annual holiday tradition in many European countries, and now at the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, Three Nuts for Cinderella is a familiar fairytale with some unique twists. The film stars Libuše Šafránková as the title character, a young woman who is treated terribly by her stepmother and stepsister. But soon a handsome prince comes knocking. Cinderella does not simply fall into the prince’s arms, however. In this version, he must actively pursue the young woman –…
Find out more »January 2020
Free First Saturday for Students
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.Presented by: United Fire Group.
Find out more »Movin’ at the Museum: POUND
Movin' at the Museum is FREE and open to the community! So, come on out and get movin'! This session will feature POUND.Cost: FreeSponsored by: CRST International
Find out more »Bobbin Lace Making Demonstration
See members of the Doris Southard Lace Guild demonstrate this beautiful craft. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the second Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
Find out more »Cultural Imprints Across Borders
The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library and Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre will host a lunchtime discussion, Cultural Imprints Across Borders, in the WFLA/ZCBJ Heritage Hall at the Museum. Panelists Danielle Tarnowski, a Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre Board member who was born and raised in Gdansk, Poland; Dr. Cecilia Rokusek, president and CEO of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library; and Yulia Lysenko, a Ukrainian soprano who recently emigrated to the United States, will examine the shifting…
Find out more »Needlepoint guild demonstrations
See members of the Blue Ribbon Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild demonstrate their skills. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the third Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
Find out more »Movin’ at the Museum: POUND
Movin' at the Museum is FREE and open to the community! So, come on out and get movin'!
This session will feature POUND. Cost: Free. Sponsored by: CRST International.
Find out more »Music @ the Museum: Vladislav Bláha Concert
Help us commemorate the closing of our exhibition, Medieval to Metal: The Art and Evolution of the GUITAR with an evening of Czech & Slovak music. Internationally renowned Czech guitarist, Vladislav Bláha, has performed in some of the most prestigious halls in over 45 countries, including Carnegie Hall. He is a Professor of the Guitar at Brno Conservatory and a lecturer at the Janáček Academy of Music in Brno, he frequently gives masterclasses on music colleges and performs on festivals…
Find out more »Movin’ at the Museum: Yoga
Movin' at the Museum is FREE and open to the community! So, come on out and get movin'! This session will feature yoga for all ages.Cost: FreeSponsored by: CRST International
Find out more »Immigrant Foodways: Žemlovka
Bread pudding recipes are found all across Europe and are a popular, homemade treat. The Czech Žemlovka is almost like a cross between apple (or sometimes pear) pie and bread pudding.
Find out more »February 2020
Free First Saturday for Students
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.Presented by: United Fire Group.
Find out more »Movin’ at the Museum: POUND
Movin' at the Museum is FREE and open to the community! So, come on out and get movin'! This session will feature POUND. Free will donations will be accepted go towards the UI Dance Marathon.Cost: FreeSponsored by: CRST International
Find out more »Tonight’s for Teens: Groundhog Edition
Déjà vu has nothing on Phil’s day! Join the youth council for a night of breakfast and Groundhog Day.Cost: Free for teensSponsored by: CRST International
Find out more »Modernity, History, and Politics in Czech Art
The talk introduces Dr. Marta Filipová’s latest book that traces the influence of the changing political environment on Czech art, criticism, history, and theory between 1895 and 1939, looking beyond the avant-garde to the so-called peripheries of modern art. The period is marked by radical political changes, the formation of national and regional identities, and the rise of modernism in Central Europe - specifically, the collapse of Austria-Hungary and the creation of the new democratic state of Czechoslovakia. The monograph…
Find out more »Bobbin Lace Making Demonstration
See members of the Doris Southard Lace Guild demonstrate this beautiful craft. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the second Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
Find out more »Tonight’s for Teens: Shrek + Valentines
There are so many fun rom-coms out there, so our youth council will help take the stress out of picking one. Grab a couple friends, free food, and settle in for Shrek 2 – the most romantic movie!Cost: Free for teensSponsored by: CRST International
Find out more »*** Full *** Traditional Moravian Folk Motifs Workshop (malování lidové motivy)
Preview of Heritage Caretakers of Moravia ExhibitDo you want to learn a traditional Moravian folk art practice? Join Czech-American artist, Sonya Darrow, for a workshop that explores the technique of painted folk motifs (malování lidové motivy) with patterns designed by legendary Moravian folk artist, Marie Švirgová. The painted folk motifs will be part of the exhibition: Heritage Caretakers of Moravia — join us for this unique opportunity to take part in the exhibition! Space is limited, please RSVP for your…
Find out more »*** Full *** Traditional Moravian Folk Motifs Workshop (malování lidové motivy)
Preview of Heritage Caretakers of Moravia ExhibitDo you want to learn a traditional Moravian folk art practice? Join Czech-American artist, Sonya Darrow, for a workshop that explores the technique of painted folk motifs (malování lidové motivy) with patterns designed by legendary Moravian folk artist, Marie Švirgová. The painted folk motifs will be part of the exhibition: Heritage Caretakers of Moravia — join us for this unique opportunity to take part in the exhibition! Space is limited, please RSVP for your…
Find out more »Needlepoint guild demonstrations
See members of the Blue Ribbon Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild demonstrate their skills. Demonstrations take place at the museum each month on the third Wednesday in Rozek Grand Hall.
Find out more »Movin’ at the Museum: POUND
Movin' at the Museum is FREE and open to the community! So, come on out and get movin'! This session will feature POUND.Cost: FreeSponsored by: CRST International
Find out more »Traditional Moravian Folk Motifs Workshop (malování lidové motivy)
Preview of Heritage Caretakers of Moravia ExhibitDo you want to learn a traditional Moravian folk art practice? Join Czech-American artist, Sonya Darrow, for a workshop that explores the technique of painted folk motifs (malování lidové motivy) with patterns designed by legendary Moravian folk artist, Marie Švirgová. The painted folk motifs will be part of the exhibition: Heritage Caretakers of Moravia — join us for this unique opportunity to take part in the exhibition! You can see the completed painted folk…
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