…stories, and some even enjoyed dancing along, including young folks doing the schottische. The weather was fantastic and the downtown Decorah location by Impact Coffee was perfect. Thank you to…
Andrea Gjestvang: Life in the Lens
An article from Vesterheim, Vol. 15, No. 1, 2017 — Andrea Gjestvang: Life in the Lens by Annika Vande Krol. Andrea Gjestvang is an internationally recognized Norwegian photographer who is…
Dairy Production & Cooking Utensils
…story about Norway’s unique food traditions. From wooden dough bowls, to cheese molds, to milk strainers, and beyond! Find out more about what she’s teaching at Vesterheim here. Collection Connections…
Rosemaling in the Valdres Style
Collections Connection: Rosemaling in the Valdres Style with Nancy Schmidt In this recording, Vesterheim Gold Medalist and rosemaling instructor, Nancy Schmidt, highlights Valdres-style rosemaling design throughout objects from the collection….
Nordfjord Rosemaling Bowls
…such area is Nordfjord, especially around Gloppen. In this presentation, Patti explores this style that was painted mostly on drinking bowls, of a particular shape, and often with an inscription…
Kroting Revival
…of the room and very few windows, if any. Think what it must have been like in the middle of winter in that dark room, with the dark walls almost…
Countdown for Koselig
Are you feeling relaxed yet? **The Koselig exhibit is now closed.** We held cake break every Wednesday during the Koselig exhibit and many community members dropped by each time for…
Vesterheim Water Quality Award
…“The results of this project successfully transformed an underutilized, traditional mowed lawn into a landscape that improves infiltration, reduces runoff, and demonstrates sustainable stormwater management,” Chris Johnson, Vesterheim President/CEO, said….
Sámi Mittens with Laura Ricketts
…this unpredictable time. Each gathering will highlight a piece or two from the collection as explained, interpreted, and appreciated by a master folk artist. Subscribe to Vesterheim’s YouTube channel here….
Ale Hens and Geese
…your folk-art community. Each gathering will highlight a piece or two from the collection as explained, interpreted, and appreciated by a master folk artist. Subscribe to Vesterheim’s YouTube channel here….