Masopust

Pre-Lent Carnival (Mardi Gras Czech-Style)

Masopust is a traditional Czech Carnival (Mardi Gras Style) before Lent. The Czech Heritage Partnership has organized and sponsored a revival of Masopust in the northeast Iowa region.

Masopust 2011 (March 5th, 2011)

Masopust 2010 (February 13th, 2010)
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From John and Dorothy Kotalik email:

"...We all had such a great time at your 4th Annual Mardi Gras(masopust). I just wanted to send you a note and tell you that we had such an enjoyable time. It was great from start to finish. Your band was outstanding as usual. Your play was so much fun to watch and we're sure you all had a wonderful time practicing for it. Your food was absolutely the best. Every bit of the food was so good..."

Masopust 2009 (Februaty 21st, 2009)
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Masopust 2008
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Masopust 2007
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For More of Masopust in general, visit this link:
www.myczechrepublic.com/czech_culture/czech_holidays/easter/masopust.html

Family History Center

Czech Heritage Partnership
P.O. Box 186, Protivin, IA 52163