…the day, and Heritage Park guided tours are offered during the summer months (please call ahead for tour times). What to Expect (updated March 12, 2022): • Face coverings and…
On the Sloop Restauration
…Sand, Norway to tell the fascinating story of the first organized group of Norwegian emigrants who sailed to America on the sloop Restauration. Thank you to Vesterheim Trustee and Slooper…
New Staff Join Development Team
…for an organization that values these stories so highly. They bring the mission of the museum to life.” Molly lives in Decorah with her husband. In her free time, Molly…
Support from Iowa Arts Council and National Endowment for the Arts
…of Cultural Affairs grants will serve as catalysts for new community initiatives, creative projects, cultural organizations, and small businesses. “The Iowa Arts Council and Vesterheim are working hand-in-hand to ensure…
Vesterheim Purchases Building
…as well as other financing. We’re excited to share plans as they take shape. If you have questions about this project, please contact President/CEO Chris Johnson at cjohnson@vesterheim.org or 563-382-9681….
Update to Vesterheim COVID-19 Response
…finding ways to continue its work and stay connected. Everyone is invited to explore the museum’s many online resources at vesterheim.org, including convenient secure shopping at the online Museum Store;…
A Conversation with the Artists Behind the “Water” Exhibit
In this video, meet some of the artists behind Water, an exhibit of contemporary art that is on view at Vesterheim through June 13, 2021. The artists participating in the…
Giving Tuesday
…depends on generous gifts to the Vesterheim Annual Fund from friends like YOU! Thank you for your support during GivingTuesday. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization under the regulations of…
Norway’s Ambassador Visits Vesterheim
Norway’s Ambassador to the United States, Kåre Aas, visited Vesterheim on Wednesday October 3, 2018. He was greeted by Chris Johnson, Vesterheim’s President/CEO, members of the Vesterheim staff and distinguished…
Bokprat: Lars Mytting’s “Bell in the Lake”
…Supported by the United States Regional Arts Resilience Fund Phase 1, an initiative of Arts Midwest and its peer United States Regional Arts Organizations made possible by The Andrew W….