Got a big trip coming up to Cedar Rapids? Maybe you are in the planning stages. Whatever the situation, there is no denying that the entire endeavor is extremely exciting. This is especially true now that COVID restrictions are becoming slacker and slacker, and people are getting back out there. Meeting and conversing with new individuals offer a kind of experience, unlike anything else. Of course, there will be plenty of time for that and much more in Cedar Rapids. All this being said, here are some things that’ll help prepare you for your journey ahead.
Dobry Den
The Dobry Den is likely a place you’ll end up visiting during your travels. This is the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library founded in 1974. It was founded by a group of third-generation descendants of Czech immigrants. A lot of exciting things have taken place here since the building’s inception. Even back in 1995, Bill Clinton colluded with the Czech president over a new building dedication.
An Island Right In The Middle
Government and the inner workings are not very exciting for some individuals. However, that will not be the case at all with Cedar Rapids’ government. This is especially true for those that intend to pay a visit to Mays Island. This is a small island with government offices on a municipal island. There are only a handful of cities in the world that offer this kind of exciting venture.
The Second Largest
Being that Cedar Rapids is the second-largest city in Iowa, there will also be people to converse with and new things to learn. With just under 130,000 residents, you’ll likely be beating the local away with a stick. Des Moines comes in first with 210,000 residents.
Did Someone Say Frodo?
Cedar Rapids is not a city that likes to boast and brag, but it is the hometown of some pretty noticeable people, including Elijah Wood, Ashton Kutcher, Ron Livingston, Bobby Driscoll, and Michael Emerson.
Rocking The Suburbs
Cedar Rapids is just one of the few cities in the world always looking to take advantage when and where they can. As the city has grown, they’ve extended their surroundings and small towns. Some of the small towns have now grown into suburbs or what is known as bedroom communities. You’ll certainly want to pay a visit to these quaint little communities. Amongst the most noticeable will be Atkins, Bertram, Fairfax, Hiawatha, Marion, Palo, Robins, and Walford.