Friends of Bohemian National Cemetery

Friends of Bohemian National Cemetery Friends of Bohemian National Cemetery was founded in 2004 to promote the historical significance, e

Friends of Bohemian National Cemetery is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 2004. Our mission is to promote the historical significance, enhance the beauty and preserve the artistic heritage of Bohemian National Cemetery in Chicago, Illinois. We raise funds for the restoration and preservation of the Cemetery. We also hold regular meetings with educational programs, conduct walking tours of the Cemetery, and publish a quarterly newsletter, Heritage Happenings.

12/10/2022

Eight years ago today, Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka was taken from us too soon. She was a great public servant who worked hard for the people and never cared if you were a Republican or a Democrat. I was privileged to call her a close friend. We worked on so many projects together. We try every day to ensure her compassionate spirit carries on here at the Illinois Office of Comptroller.

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10/24/2022
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09/29/2022
Worth watching.
07/31/2022

Worth watching.

😮MEDIEVAL (JAN ŽIŽKA) IS COMING SOON!
The most expensive 🇨🇿Czech🎬 film of all-times is to premiere in early September! Historical saga by Petr Jákl is loosely based on a story of young Jan Žižka, famous Hussite warrior in the early 15th century.

See the final official trailer
https://binged.it/3vgTiLu

Photos from Michigan City Public Library's post
07/25/2022

Photos from Michigan City Public Library's post

07/25/2022

Chicago, July 24, 1915
The Eastland tragedy claimed 844 lives, including 22 entire families. 70 percent of the victims were between ages 15 and 30. Over two hundred of those who perished on the Eastland were of Czech descent.
🎨 by Sandra Ticháček

Eastland Memorial Project at Bohemian National Cemetery Friends of Bohemian National Cemetery

So good.
07/15/2022

So good.

Old fashioned raised dough kolacky, Monday through Friday. Saturday, special order only.

07/15/2022

What a great event. Post 488 is happy to support for the community.

07/15/2022

What a great event. Post 488 is happy to support for the community.

I have spent my life identifying at Czechoslovakian American. My Mother taught me to be proud of my Slavic heritage as I...
05/19/2022
How Czechs Have Shaped Chicago's History

I have spent my life identifying at Czechoslovakian American. My Mother taught me to be proud of my Slavic heritage as I try to teach my daughter today. Czech and Slovak pride always!

I am so very honored that my late Mother, Judy Baar Topinka, will be included in this wonderful story about Czechs in Chicago. I hope you have a chance to watch this wonderful production.

When we celebrate people's heritages, we celebrate being part of the country my family has loved for generations: The United States of America!
https://interactive.wttw.com/playlist/2022/05/11/czechs-chicago

At the turn of the twentieth century, Chicago had the third-largest Czech population in the world, behind only Prague and Vienna. Czechs were deeply involved in the labor movement, politics, and more, as the producers of a new documentary on Czechs in Chicago explain.

I hope I can see of my Czech friends next Saturday.  Judy Baar Topinka loved the Bohemian National Cemetery.
03/21/2022

I hope I can see of my Czech friends next Saturday. Judy Baar Topinka loved the Bohemian National Cemetery.

Richard “Dick” Andrew Dolejs, Special Agent | Exhibits | Pritzker Military Museum & Library | Chicago
02/12/2022
Richard “Dick” Andrew Dolejs, Special Agent | Exhibits | Pritzker Military Museum & Library | Chicago

Richard “Dick” Andrew Dolejs, Special Agent | Exhibits | Pritzker Military Museum & Library | Chicago

As a special agent in the Counterintelligence Corps in Occupied Japan, Richard Dolejs admits that his time there was not a glamorous James Bond experience. Yet, he easily developed a rapport with informants in addition to personal friendships with the local Japanese. More importantly, Dolejs' work c...

01/15/2022

Former Illinois Treasurer and Comptroller, Judy Baar Topinka, would have been 78 on Sunday. She was a force and served as a shining example for all public servants in our state, regardless of party.

Not a day goes by that her influence isn't felt at the Office of Comptroller. She was my friend, always ready with a warm hug and her quick wit. It was impossible not to laugh and feel welcome in her presence. She loved her coffee, good government and looking out for the welfare of all of our state's most vulnerable residents, including shelter animals.

Judy was, and still is, the face of bipartisanship in Illinois. She inspires me to lead the same way, to build bridges across party lines in order to get business operating at its best. We at the Comptroller's Office are honored to help forward her legacy.

Photos from General Grant National Memorial's post
01/08/2022

Photos from General Grant National Memorial's post

Photos from Arlington National Cemetery's post
01/05/2022

Photos from Arlington National Cemetery's post

01/01/2022

Wonderful Prague under the snow ❄️❤️🇨🇿

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12/12/2021

Instagram Photos

Preservation News Roundup: November 2021 | Landmarks Illinois
11/29/2021
Preservation News Roundup: November 2021 | Landmarks Illinois

Preservation News Roundup: November 2021 | Landmarks Illinois

The monthly Landmarks Illinois News Roundup keeps you in the loop on the latest preservation news stories from the month as well as Landmarks Illinois’ main advocacy efforts, projects and announcements. You can also receive these monthly news roundups directly in your inbox by signing up for our n...

11/27/2021

Who’s in the mood for poppyseed?

11/22/2021

Read our latest blog post to see pictures of early Czech and Slovak immigrants to the US and read the stories behind the pictures. Link in the bio.

Since it’s the Thanksgiving holiday week in the US we wanted to show some pictures of early 🇨🇿&🇸🇰 and tell the story of how our ancestors became proud Americans. 🦃🇺🇸

11/18/2021

Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day 🇨🇿 32nd anniversary

11/18/2021

Please join us on Wednesday, December 8 at the Chopin Theatre for the performance of Czech opera singer Ester Pavlů 💃🏿🎶 and enjoy a cup of svařené víno (mulled wine), chlebíčky and typical Czech cukroví (Christmas cookies) after the recital.🎄🍪🍷
Admission is free, but a donation of $20 in the memory of Duke Dellin, the Chairman of the Prague Committee of Sister Cities and a supporter of our school, will be greatly appreciated.
RSVP required at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/from-dvorak-to-martinu-ester-pavlu-in-recital-tickets-208399206637
For more information visit https://www.chopintheatre.com/event.php?id=2820.

11/15/2021

🇨🇿 Two significant events in Czech history took place on November 17th and both played a pivotal role in the Czech Republic’s fight for democracy and freedom.

Read more: https://praguemo.cz/241maG

Amen!
11/13/2021

Amen!

The things Americans market as koláče 🤦🏽‍♂️

Photos from Vesecky's Bakery's post
11/13/2021

Photos from Vesecky's Bakery's post

10/28/2021
Today, it has been exactly 106 years since the day Slovak and Czech Americans convened in Cleveland, Ohio for a two-day ...
10/25/2021

Today, it has been exactly 106 years since the day Slovak and Czech Americans convened in Cleveland, Ohio for a two-day meeting to discuss and approve the creation of the common state of Czechs and Slovaks after the end of the World War I.

The meeting resulted in the signing of the Cleveland Agreement in 1915, in which the representatives of the Czech National Association and the Slovak League of America agreed to support the liberation of Czechs and Slovaks from the dominion of Austro-Hungarian Monarchy and clearly stated their desire to form a common state. One based on democracy, rule of law and universal, secret suffrage.

The Cleveland Agreement was one of the greatest turning points in the history of both nations and facilitated the creation of the Czechoslovak Republic on October 28, 1918. This eventually allowed both of the nations to join the elite clubs of democratic states, the European Union and NATO in the post-Cold War era.

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This is an incredible event for everyone including veterans, historians, students, and teachers. I highly encourage people to consider joining Friends of Bohemian National Cemetery to receive some incredible newsletters and information. I have family buried at the cemetery. My great grandfather served in the Spanish American War and is buried at the cemetery. He is honored at the Spanish American War memorial located at the cemetery. Such incredible history!!! You will not want to miss this presentation.
Can someone tell me if the cemetery is "open" for visiting? The office telephone is not answered and the message says they're on "winter hours" (closed for now). I'm wondering if that means just the office is closed but perhaps you can still visit the cemetery grounds.... Any help will be appreciated!
Can someone give me info on pet cremation?
What a great event for veterans, family members, and those interested in their Czech and Slovak backgrounds.
I wanted to take a few moments to express my thoughts about my visit to the cemetery Friday.

I am so grateful to the group for having found the burial plot information for me prior to my driving in from Detroit. I expected my g.grandfather's first daughter not to have a grave marker (I wasn't quite prepared to find out that she was buried in a "rental grave"), but I hadn't prepared myself to see that his wife and second daughter did not have a marker at their grave. I am hoping to look into options to mark their resting place in the future.

I visit cemeteries regularly, and I can say that I have never been to a cemetery quite like Bohemian National Cemetery before. From the moment I entered the cemetery, I was in awe of the many beautiful and unique monuments. Further, I was impressed and happy to see how well the buildings and grounds have been kept up considering their age. Some of the older cemeteries I’ve visited have made me feel sick, especially the mausoleum my g.grandmother is interred here, in Detroit.

I enjoyed looking at the photos and trinkets enclosed in all of the niches. I’ve never seen such lovely displays.

The cemetery truly is a beautiful resting place for so many. Much gratitude to all who contribute to the upkeep of the grounds, restoration efforts, and the preservation of history.
when was the east fence line moved closer to the college?
It is very upsetting to see this and no regard for our loved ones who have passed away. Why is this happening and why aren't you doing anything about it? https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=572994843547066
Hello! I just recently learned that my Grandmother is buried in your lovely cemetery. I was wondering if there is any way I could obtain a picture of her headstone/marker. Here is her information: buried under the name “Barbara Daley". If you need any further information to assist me in my quest please contact me via FB messenger or by email. [email protected]
Thank you so very much for all your help Carol. Being able to see my Oma's headstone again, made me have happy tears. You are so wonderful to check things out for me.
By closing the doors.
We have been tending grave(s) since 1935 at this truly historic gem. Is anyone else distressed by the lack of needed ground/road crew to maintain Bohemian National Cemetery? This does not appear to be on anyone's radar nor am I aware of any strategic endowment planning or fundraising for keeping the grave areas free from fallen limbs, dead trees and in general garbage pick up. I and our family in the past years have gladly cleaned, pruned, planted and kept our plots and the surrounding grave areas clean of debris. Visiting yesterday the condition of many of the interior roads are a hazard to drive. I would be concerned if I were on the Board about liability due to unsafe conditions.

Interesting that while these glaring omissions are noticeable ESPECIALLY when visiting other cemeteries where the grounds are maintained including fencing, we see a CUBS wall, fountain and planting at entrance and other details that are not in the best interest of those who have had generations buried here not to mention those incoming families....

Thank you.
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