Shown in connection with Vesterheim's special exhibition Rocks and Hard Places: Emigration through the Lens of Knud Knudsen, this is the last chance to see the film, Album, a beautiful introduction to Knudsen’s world of images. The film was produced by the Norwegian Film institute and translated to English. Considered one of Norway’s most important...
Ring in the season with Vesterheim at a Norwegian Christmas Celebration on December 2, from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. This lively day of events includes Scandinavian holiday traditions, crafts, music, a movie, treats, and more. Free admission for kids! Highlights this year: • This event is a great opportunity to see Vesterheim’s special exhibitions, including Spoons: Carving....
Visit Vesterheim! Enjoy free admission all day.
The Scandinavian Music Jam continues on Dec. 16! Stop by from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. in Vesterheim’s Bruening Visitor Center, 502 W. Water Street, to learn a tune, share a tune, jam with us, or just come to listen. Bring any instrument you play and join in. This informal music collaboration is great fun for...
Intertwine is an informal time for knitters, spinners, weavers, and other textile enthusiasts to gather, share, learn, and celebrate all things fiber. Join us the third Sunday of each month from September though March. This opportunity is for anyone—non-member or member, new to fiber arts or experienced. Bring your ideas or fiber project in progress...
Vesterheim invites all pre-school-aged children and their parents or caregivers to explore art and culture with museum tours, hands-on art projects, and snacks during Barnetimen (Children’s Hour). Join Vesterheim from 10:00-11:00 a.m. on the third Tuesday of each month from September through April to explore art and culture.
Visit Vesterheim! Enjoy free admission all day.
Put on a lab coat and get experimenting! Vesterheim invites everyone to an opening reception for the exhibit The Museum Lab on January 3, 2019, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. The exhibit is sponsored by David and Brenda Carlson, of Decorah. The opening coincides with Free First Thursday and there will be free admission, food, activities, and...
Vesterheim invites all pre-school-aged children and their parents or caregivers to explore art and culture with museum tours, hands-on art projects, and snacks during Barnetimen (Children’s Hour). Join Vesterheim from 10:00-11:00 a.m. on the third Tuesday of each month from September through April to explore art and culture.
Intertwine is an informal time for knitters, spinners, weavers, and other textile enthusiasts to gather, share, learn, and celebrate all things fiber. Join us the third Sunday of each month from September though March. This opportunity is for anyone—non-member or member, new to fiber arts or experienced. Bring your ideas or fiber project in progress...
