…Guy, and a daughter, Marissa, who is just graduating from college. She enjoys painting, gardening, piano playing, traveling, and time with family on the lake. Sam Gathje is an artist…
Interview with Patrice Johnson
…we decide to put on the table are influenced by many things including cultural traditions, our immigrant neighbors, travel, health, wealth, politics, and/or religion. I saw those influences in the…
Dressing with Purpose Wins Award
…Klein, the book not only features women as creators, curators, and wearers of national costume, but also foregrounds female scholars and women’s scholarship. It is an excellent book, and the…
Private: Vesterheim Page Elements
…Ocean without assistance, was sailed by two brothers who left Kristiansand, Norway, on March 27, 1933, and arrived at the World’s Fair in Chicago by August 29, 1933. Refrigerator Door…
Awards for Embellishment Exhibit
…Lanesboro, Minnesota. Artist website: crowntroutonline.com . Juror comments: “So delicate, so creative.” “Stunning, very original, unexpected.” (Comment on interior of bridal headpiece) Juror’s Choice Jerry Johnson Stoughton, Wisconsin My Scream…
Vesterheim’s Commitment to Address Racism
…is a difficult challenge, but with changes, Vesterheim can contribute to creating a world that recognizes disparities, respects differences, and realizes our common humanity. Sincerely, Chris Johnson, President / CEO…
Vesterheim Welcomes New Trustees – 2019
…the company throughout his life, working at all levels from food server to manager to president. At present, the company operates travel plazas, quick service restaurant chains, family restaurants, casinos,…
A Legacy of Women in Norwegian Music History
…and performance, reflected by trends in equality movements and fueled by society’s continued interest in, and hunger for, new repertoire. Yet many female composers are still unknown, underperformed, or neglected…
Leaving a Lasting Legacy
…married and they had a son, Eric. Through subsequent career choices, including work with the International Committee of Monuments and Sites, Russell continued the work he had fostered with the…
Party Line
…have brought performers from Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland to anyone with an internet connection. In addition, past performances of many artists can be accessed via YouTube or on sites…