National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library
A beautifully expanded museum and library that is the nation's foremost institution for the collection, interpretation, and preservation of Czech and Slovak history and culture. It features…
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Location: National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library
Time: 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
1400 Inspiration Place SW
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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Join us for a groundbreaking ceremony near the NCSML clock tower to officially kick off its renovation.
Join us for a groundbreaking ceremony near the NCSML clock tower to officially kick off its renovation.
The renovated NCSML clock tower will incorporate an astronomical clock (orloj) from the Czech Republic and figurines made in Slovakia. This major tourist attraction for the entire historic and cultural district will uniquely share universal themes of culture, freedom, democracy, and immigration. The NCSML orloj will be modeled after the famous Prague orloj that is attached to the Old Town Hall in Prague, remaining the oldest functioning astronomical clock in the world dating back to the 15th century AD.
Lear more at https://ncsml.org/ncsml-orloj-clock-tower/.
Cost: Free