National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library
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We preserve, present, and transcend unique stories of Czech and Slovak history. Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. A Smithsonian Affiliate.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Joined June 2009
The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library is proud to be displaying the marvelous works of Alphonse Mucha for the first time since our Grand Reopening in 2012! Come check it out! #artnouveau #museums #czechrepublic #slovakia #mucha.
"Alphonse Mucha: Master of Art Nouveau"at Cedar Rapids Museum until Sept 1st #iowa #mucha #cedarrapids.
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On this May Day 20 years ago, both the Czech Republic and Slovakia joined the European Union (EU). Promoting democratic values in its member nations, the EU grew out of a desire to strengthen economic and political cooperation in the wake of WWII.
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All are invited to a groundbreaking ceremony on May 3 at 1 p.m. to kick off the renovation project that will bring NCSML's clock tower back to life, in a whole new way. Read more about the NCSML orloj details at
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Register for NCSML's Economic Summit: Understanding the Past to Build the Future by April 15! Learn more at
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Thursday, April 11 kicks off our next virtual Czech & Slovak Cooking Series with Chlebičky, open-faced sandwiches that are truly edible works of art! Bonus: learn how to make Charcuterie Platters. Sign up for all five classes and you'll receive one free!
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Join us for a new 9-week 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 or online starting on April 2. RSVP at
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Happy St. Joseph's Day!.Jozefská zábava, St. Joseph's Feast, celebrates the name-day of St. Joseph, one of the most common names in the Czech and Slovak Republics. It also celebrates of the coming of the spring equinox, which is also today, March 19. Are you wearing red today?
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Join us tonight, March 8 at 7 p.m., to enjoy the music of Antonín Dvořák, Josef Suk, Bedřich Smetana, and more performed on violin and piano by Ambroš Duo Prague.🎻🎹🎶.
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Today's naturalization ceremony at NCSML welcomed 54 new U.S. citizens from 30 counties. NCSML is proud to host this ceremony each year as its own founding 50 years ago was by second and third-generation descendants of Czech and Slovak immigrants. Congratulations to all!
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Today we honor and celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. NCSML's own mission strives to carry on the stories of freedom, identity, family, and community that will live on for future generations.
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To keep everyone safe during the ongoing severe winter weather, NCSML will be closed again on Saturday, January 13. The guided tour of Brilliant Bohemian Garnets has been moved to Sunday, January 14 at 1 p.m.
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Severe winter weather is on its way again to Iowa, so NCSML will be closed Fri., Jan. 12 for the safety of all of our visitors, volunteers, and staff during this winter weather event. Conditions will be monitored for the opening on Sat., Jan. 13 so stay turned and stay safe!
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NCSML will be closed Tuesday, January 9 for the safety of all of our visitors, volunteers, and staff during this winter weather event. Stay safe!
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Don't miss the final days to experience "Brilliant Bohemian Garnets" at NCSML before nearly two-hundred pieces featuring fiery red garnets will return to the Czech Republic, never to travel again. The exhibition closes on January 14.
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Happy New Year! Bells are ringing as 2024 marks the 50th anniversary of NCSML. Watch for exciting programs and events every month in 2024. May the joy and celebratory spirit we are feeling be with each and everyone of you, and may peace and love surround our world.
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We at NCSML are hoping that the miracle of Christmas and the magic of the holiday season will fill your hearts and homes. This time of the year reminds us especially how important each and everyone of you are. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from everyone at NCSML.
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Just a reminder that NCSML will be closed on December 24, 25, and January 1. Both the museum and store will be open until 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 23 if you're looking to visit the museum or do some last minute shopping in our award-winning store.
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Support NCSML's mission and vision with a year-end tax-deductible donation that will be matched up to $10,000 until Dec. 31, 2023. You can also support NCSML by becoming or giving the gift of NCSML membership. Learn more and give today at
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We are so happy to join the Better Business Bureau family!.
Congratulations to all new Accredited Businesses from November! We are thankful for them and encourage everyone to check out these trustworthy businesses 🌟⬇️. @InterstateRoof @IntegrityMC @NCSML
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