…As a rosemaler, who was often taking classes and shopping for folk art supplies, joining the staff was a natural fit. She progressed to assistant store manager and then manager…
Vesterheim Visits Chicago
We enjoyed a wonderful gathering at the recent Friends of Vesterheim Luncheon in Chicago on October 8. Guests enjoyed shopping at the Museum Store pop-up shop and socializing, as well…
2019 Textile Study Tour to Denmark and Norway
…bees flying with needles, or the back workshop at a local Husfliden where someone is doing hand sewing on a bunad (national costume). Did you know that there is a…
New Vesterheim Folk Art School Staff
…Art Education Administrative Assistant. They join Andrew Ellingsen who continues to support the department as the Online Program Coordinator. This team brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to Vesterheim,…
Vesterheim Offers Continuing Education for K-12 Educators
Update: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Folk Arts in the Classroom program has moved to an online format, with at-home art kits, video sessions with folk artists, and more….
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;…
The Value of “Velkommen” at Vesterheim
…ease of our online class registration or shopping from a distance at our online Museum Store. You may be interested to learn we have added a new category, Metalworking, to…
Privacy Policy
…will hold your personal information on our systems unless otherwise notified. Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum is committed to protecting the online privacy of children. Our websites and online marketing activities are…
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…
Takk Skal Du Ha, Brenda and David Carlson!
…through the many online classes, concerts, exhibits, lectures, and youth programs. We invite YOU to visit Vesterheim in person or online from the comfort of your home. Join us!” There…