…own Norwegian heritage around 10 years after she started working at Vesterheim! Julie started at Vesterheim in 2021. She loves working with the museum’s collection and the stories that each…
Plan Your Visit
…a delight. Wandering at your own speed, you can linger for as long as you wish at your favorite pieces. Vesterheim Commons is open daily from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Find…
Awards for “Socially Distanced, Creatively Connected”
…Minnesota. When that was canceled, they decided to build something close to their homes (St. Paul, Minnesota) where they could be outside, working separately but together, and sharing their knowledge…
Favorite Things on #GivingTuesday 2019
…here. Our favorite thing about Vesterheim is that everyone there is eager and excited to pass on their knowledge to the young. We are so grateful for the many opportunities…
Groups Sew Support for Community
…Using material donated from quilters and crafters and Decorah’s Depot Outlet along with some purchased supplies, they have made these masks available to over 100 local organizations, including businesses, hospitals,…
Embellishment
March 1, 2020-March 31, 2023: Works must have been completed during this timeframe. April 1-30, 2023: Online or Mail-In Entry Forms accepted. April 30, 2023: Entry Form postmark deadline. May…
Instructors
Design and Inspiration Fiber Arts Folk Art Online Friluftsliv Heritage and Language In-Person Jewelry Metalworking and Knifemaking Music Nordic Cooking Rosemaling and Painting Weaving Woodworking Youth and Family Current Courses…
Folk Art Apprentices and Artists in Residence 2023-24
…these artists. We look forward to working closely with these talented and creative people over the next year! Kristine Barton Born in Decorah, Iowa, of Norwegian grandparents and great-grandparents, Kristine…
Ale Bowls and Festive Events in Traditional Norway
Article from Vesterheim, Vol. 6, No. 1, 2008 Author Carol Hasvold, previous Vesterheim Registrar, explains Norwegian ale drinking history with detailed information about holiday and festival traditions and brewing. The…
Woodworking with Rebecca Hanna
Collections Connection: Woodworking with Rebecca Hanna In this recording, carving instructor and Vesterheim Gold Medalist Rebecca Hanna highlights collection objects to inspire your woodworking. Rebecca Hanna of Decorah, Iowa, is…