Rooted in heritage.

full of life.

Welcome to Czech Village

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Discover a one-of-a-kind Cedar Rapids neighborhood where Czech and Slovak heritage meets local flavor, independent shopping, colorful art, and year-round community traditions. Come for a favorite stop, then stay to see what is waiting just down the street.

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CZECH AND SLOVAK HISTORY LIVES HERE

The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library creates opportunities for the exploration of culture, heritage, and history. Discover how generations of Czech and Slovak immigrants brought their customs, traditions, music, food, and community spirit to Cedar Rapids — and how that heritage continues to shape Czech Village today.

Visit The Museum ➤

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There Is Always More to Discover

Czech Village is made for wandering. Start with a museum visit, follow the murals along 16th Avenue, browse locally owned shops, and settle in for a meal, coffee, or something sweet. Every storefront adds another chapter to a neighborhood shaped by generations of culture, creativity, and community.

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EAT & DRINK

Find neighborhood restaurants, bakeries, cafes, sweets, and places to raise a glass.

Explore Dining ➤

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Shop Local

Browse botiques, books, gifts, plants, vintage finds, outdoor goods, and more!

Browse Shops ➤

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Arts & Culture

Experience murals, landmarks, live performances, and the stories that give the Village its character.

Explore Arts & Culture ➤

Plan a visit

Find parking and get started on your day in the VIllage. We have space for cars and bicycles!

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Find Parking ➤

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Meet Us in the Village

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From signature celebrations and outdoor music to bingo, trivia, shopping nights, and merchant-hosted gatherings, the Village calendar gives you a new reason to return throughout the year.

See All Events ➤

Submit an Event ➤

Small Businesses. Big Village Spirit.

Meet the people behind the storefronts, find something unexpected, and support the local places that make this neighborhood unmistakably Cedar Rapids.

Browse All Listings ➤

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