NCSML Curator, Stefanie Kohn, returns this month to highlight Brilliant Bohemian Garnets, a one-of-a-kind exhibition of priceless antique and modern garnets from the National Museum in Prague, Czech Republic. It’s only making one stop in America — and that’s in Iowa. After this special showing at NCSML, the garnets will be put on permanent display at a special new gallery at the Czech National Museum, never to leave the Czech Republic again. Over 300 objects that feature the fiery red gemstones will be on display. Many pieces are garnet-decorated jewelry, but others are household items like eyeglasses, mirrors, or picture frames. Mining and cutting equipment will also be featured. Bohemian garnets are an important and beloved part of the cultural heritage for people of Czech and Slovak descent.

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.