…will support the museum’s Resilience Plan to create and facilitate free or low-cost intergenerational Scandinavian-themed online programming. Staff have pivoted during the pandemic to create connections through virtual formats, especially…
Embellishment
…30. 1. ENTER ONLINE: There are two separate online options – one for entering as an individual and one for entering as a collaboration. Click the link to complete the…
Member Spotlight: Jim and Kathleen Almelien
…become familiar faces to many in Vesterheim’s folk-art community, thanks to their frequent attendance of online classes, presentations, and events. Since Vesterheim’s online programming began in July of 2020, Jim…
National Norwegian-American Folk Art Exhibition
…doors or chests to demonstrate how hinges or locks would work when they are installed, but are not required to have made the wooden items themselves. Judges will evaluate the…
To Make Special
…so no complaints. The “scarlet tanager” salmony red struck me as I passed by during chores after its installation. “That looks like it wants to be painted with something fun,”…
Ring Handle Photo Essay by Blacksmith Tom Latané
…latch set made by in class by one of the students, Gary Hill. The ring latch is now installed on a log building on Gary’s property. Here is Gary Hill’s…
Tattoo Exhibit Opening Event
…exhibit. It’s on view through April 26, 2020. Do you want to be part of the exhibit? Post a photo and story of your tattoo on Instagram or Twitter and…
Folk Art Apprentice Program
…Three free folk art classes (which may have a value upwards of $800) during the 2023-2024 season so you can witness different teaching styles (including through the digital learning online…
Vesterheim 2022 Impact Report
…also maintained a robust schedule of online offerings. Meanwhile, we managed a capital campaign and the ongoing construction of the exciting new Vesterheim Commons, designed by Snøhetta, that will open…