…volunteer with different organizations. In 2000, he joined the Vesterheim board and served as its Chair from 2004 to 2006. His years there saw expansion in programming, collections, and educational…
Keeper of Stories
…a wonderful way to support the mission of an organization and ensure its vitality. There are many ways to give a planned gift. For my husband and me, the best…
Vesterheim Welcomes New Trustees – 2019
…and hotels. He supervises the corporate office team and nearly 400 employees over four states. He has served as a board member for many organizations, including Pacific Lutheran University, University…
Nordic Fest 2021
…Dawn and Josh Svenson Holland, dedicated in memory of Gary and DiAnn Svenson, for Vesterheim Nordic Fest music. Viking State Bank & Trust for the Skjaldborg Vikings. Thank you to…
Bokprat: Odd Nansen’s “From Day to Day”
…that are listed here. 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…
Protecting the Collection through Roof Replacement
…ever since. See a 360 view of the Ship Gallery at vesterheim.org here. Another large artifact in the Ship Gallery is the altar from the Norwegian Seamen’s Church in Brooklyn,…
You Helped Us Meet Our Goal in 2021
…in 2022! Check vesterheim.org often for new blog posts, event announcements, and virtual galleries, and follow Vesterheim’s Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube social media to stay up to date on happenings….
Exhibition Winners 2022
…Scott Johnson Jon Roisen Metalworking Blue Ribbon James Austin Oakland, CA Norwegian Hewing Axe Head Red Ribbon Paul Nyborg Fairchild, WI Nordic Style Door Handle White Ribbon Kjetil Groven Rapid…
Member Spotlight: Peter Storvick
…the organization, and the extensive archives and exhibits.” Mange takk, Peter, for your enthusiastic support of Vesterheim’s mission, and congratulations to you and Katie! Peter, wearing his handknit Marius sweater,…