Mirek Konvalina speaks with Petr Šimùnek, respected Czech journalist, former editor in chief of the world best business magazine Forbes (Czech Edition), about the state of the Czech Republic before upcoming general elections.

At the beginning of October, Czechs will head to the polls to elect a ...

Pavol Demeš speaks with Ján Figel' — Slovakia’s former Chief Negotiator for EU accession, the country’s first European Commissioner, and recognized expert in the interfaith dialogue. Their conversation touches on Figel'’s personal and family ties to the United States, reflections on shifts in tra...

Host Cecilia Rokusek sits down with Isaac Wiedenman, Meeting and Events Manager, to discuss upcoming events before being joined by Petr Gablas, an international musician who has come to the NCSML to share lessons on the Cimbalom.

ECHOES IN THE USA: two weeks of celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library!

National folkwear & fashion show with leading Czech designer Beata Rajská! Czech, Moravian, and Slovak national folkwear fashion show will be on display for this incredible evening c...

Experience the spirit of Moravia and the joy of live music with a performance by Šafrán, a celebrated cimbál band from Zlín in the Czech Republic. Known for their vibrant interpretations of Moravian folk music and masterful musicianship, Šafrán brings a rich cultural tradition to life through the...

For over six decades, Petr Janda has been a pioneering force in Czech and Slovak rock music. As the leader of Olympic, one of the most iconic rock bands in Central Europe, Janda’s influence has spanned generations. Petr Janda who regularly sells out large venues back home and even had the honor o...

ECHOES IN THE USA: two weeks of celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library!

This workshop will give attendees the opportunity to learn how to make traditional Czech baked goods, their history, and even sample some tasty treats! In this workshop you’ll be abl...

Sharing Best Practices – Czech Direct Investment in the USA
Jan Vintrlik, COO, ALBAform Inc., Atlanta, Georgia

About the Economic Summit:
A unique forum for delegations from the USA, Czech Republic and Slovakia building on the consequences of modern history related to the period of WWI, WWII, 19...

NCSML welcomed more than 150 visitors from the Czech Republic. The group traveled to Cedar Rapids from Chicago, this year's host of the 2025 American Sokol Slet. The group spent the day touring the exhibits and library, hearing Robert Tománek's keynote about the history of the Sokol movement in t...

ECHOES IN THE USA: two weeks of celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library!

Children’s book illustrator exhibition and Q&A with Marketa Vydrova, children’s book illustrator from the Czech Republic! Workshop, discussion and exhibition opening of one of the mo...

Dive into this special concert event bringing together two acclaimed figures from the Czech jazz scene for an evening of unforgettable music. Legendary jazz pianist Emil Viklický, a graduate of the renowned Berklee College of Music and a collaborator with jazz icons such as Wynton Marsalis and th...

The designs and patterns of Moravian folk art are centuries old. Czech architect and designer Helena Dařbujánová, in cooperation with the Moravian Glory Foundation, brings a breathtaking display connecting ancient folklore to modern design. One dozen designers use traditional patterns and fabrics...

Celebrate love with an unforgettable evening of Slovak music and culture with the Srdcovka Band. Their blend of traditional and modern Slovak tunes will have you dancing in no time!

The Srdcovka Band, known for their rich musical history, includes instruments like the saxophone, violin, bass, an...

*Note: This production features graphic images of an authentic Zabijacka that may be upsetting to some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised.

Join Host Cecilia Rokusek, President and CEO of the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library, as she travels to visit families in Northern Iowa while ...

T of the Cave: Bohemia (2025)