Vesterheim Chief Curator Laurann Gilbertson is giving an online presentation for our friends at the Museum of International Folk Art in Sante Fe, New Mexico, in connection with their exhibit Dressing with Purpose: Belonging and Resistance in Scandinavia. Register in advance for this meeting here. More than four million Americans identify as being of Norwegian...
Join Vesterheim for this free online event celebrating the exhibition, Sylvsmidja: Superior Craftsmanship in Silver Since 1940. Registration is required, and you will receive an email from Zoom with the link to join the event. During this event, meet representatives from Sylvsmidja, which is Norway's largest manufacturer of silver jewelry for bunader or national costumes. Anne...
Vesterheim is excited to pair the Innovators & Inventors exhibit with a free lecture series that will bring together some of the most creative and inspiring Norwegian-American leaders, thinkers, and artists working today. After a career as a studio artist in Norway, Anna Eide joined Corning Glass Works in 1987 as head of the design team for...
We want to share the exhibit An Artist’s Journey: Carl Homstad, 50 Years with you wherever you are! Join artist Carl Homstad for video tours of the exhibit followed by live Q&A sessions. This retrospective exhibition covers 50 years of Carl's work. It focuses on journeys – his travel journey, his journey as a career...
Vesterheim members - Join Vesterheim Chief Curator Laurann Gilbertson to explore the immigrant experience through stories associated with artifacts in Vesterheim’s collection. Between 1825 and 1980, nearly one million Norwegians left for new lives in America. We'll consider the reasons for leaving, what they brought, and where they settled. Vesterheim members Bob and Mary Lake...
Join Sons of Norway Nor-Win Lodge # 1-505 and Vesterheim Collection Manager Jennifer Kovarik to explore the immigrant experience through stories associated with artifacts in Vesterheim’s collection. Between 1825 and 1980, nearly one million Norwegians left for new lives in America. We'll consider the reasons for leaving, what they brought, and where they settled. Vesterheim...
Learn about the history of different types and styles of Norwegian sweaters, including Setesdal, Fana, Marius, and Olympic from textile expert and Vesterheim Chief Curator Laurann Gilbertson. Laurann will also discuss the symbolism behind some of the patterns and colors on sweaters made today. This is an open meeting of the Grand Rapids Sons of...
Vesterheim is giving an online presentation for the Washington DC Sons of Norway Lodge. Vesterheim Preident/CEO Chris Johnson will speak about the photography of Knud Knudsen. Why do people leave their homes in search of a better life? Look for answers in the dramatic black and white photographs of Knud Knudsen, considered one of Norway’s...
With Arna Rennan. More than just stories from ancient folklore, the belief in the Hulder Folk is alive and well in the high grazing areas of Northern Gudbrandsdalen. It is a centuries-old belief that serves as an explanation for the mischief that occurs on farms as well as the practices for the protection of animals...
There are always exciting things happening at Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum. Learn about Vesterheim's history and strong roots, and find out the latest news about exhibitions, events, and programs at Vesterheim. Finally, you'll hear about Vesterheim's vision for a bold future and the exciting new Vesterheim Commons building project. This is an open meeting. Visitors wishing...
Join Marcia Fox for story time! She'll feature fun stories for early ages, including How to be a Viking and I Wish – Maybe, I Wish for a Winter Time. Marcia Fox has spent 42 years in education, including as an instructor of English, German, and as a media specialist. She loves connecting with youth...