Although Czechs and people of the Czech origin traditionally tend to dislike
formal organizations, there are a few active
non-profit organizations in North America (usually sponsored partly by
the membership and partly by various governments):
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Czechoslovak Society of Arts and Sciences - SVU
1703 Mark Lane, Rockville, MD 20852, Phone/Fax: (301) 881-7222,
Contact: Miloslav Rechcigl Jr. - President,
Founded: 1958, Members: over 2000.
International non-profit organization devoted to promotion
of Czech and Slovak culture, preservation of Czech and Slovak
heritage abroad and cultural co-operation between the US and the
Czech Republic and Slovakia. It publishes newletter "Zpravy SVU",
organizes annual conferences, SVU world congresses every other
year, publishes Kosmas. Membership
includes individuals with professional or family interest in the
Czech Republic and/or Slovakia.
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Czech Heritage Preservation Society
P.O. Box 3, Tabor, SD 57063, Phone: (605) 463-2476,
Contact: Mildred Cimpl - Treasurer,
Founded: 1974, Members: 230.
Organization for preservation of Czech heritage by preserving
the language, culture and buildings of ancestors. Hold regular meetings
parties and publish a newsletter. The organization celebrates
the Czech days in June, Christmas parties, Haloween party, Czech
language program and picnic. Anyone may join.
Sokol Minnesota
383 Michigan Street, St. Paul, MN 55102, Phone: (612) 920-5949,
Contact: Ken Wyberg - Chairman, Board of Trustees,
Founded: 1865, Members: 250.
Ethnic, cultural, gymnastics organization to further the knowledge
of Czech and Slovak culture. The organization holds monthly
meetings, various activities (diners, dances, cultural and educational
forums) and publishes monthly newsletter. Members must be 18 years
of age or older.
