…and storytelling. Sam was first introduced to Scandinavian handcraft at Luther College in 2013 by Harley Refsal and has been making wood chips ever since. After completing the craft education…
Takk Skal Du Ha, Brenda and David Carlson!
…1994 until 2011 and has played leadership roles on many museum committees, including Education and Programs, Marketing and Events, Development, Campaign, Downtown Properties, Committee on Trustees and Governance (COTAG), and…
Plan Your Visit
…recreation, cultural and historic venues with numerous events and festivals, plus a thriving artist community. Find complete information about everything Winneshiek County and Decorah have to offer at Visit Decorah….
Folk Art Residency Program
Vesterheim Folk Art School has been embracing the historic and contemporary craft traditions of Norway and fostering a community of folk-art instructors for over 50 years. We are excited to…
Study in Norway Instructor Professional Development
…and develop ideas for future teaching. Application How Do I Apply? Eligibility Our Commitment Your Commitment Applicants must be established folk art instructors who have taught for Vesterheim in the…
Member Spotlight: Jim and Kathleen Almelien
…fish?!” Jim and Kathleen’s careers kept them plenty busy throughout the years. Jim worked for a utility company for 38 years and then as a utility company consultant for 10…
Decorah Middle School Art Class Visits Vesterheim
…of Communications and Marketing when dealing with local businesses, and businesses in general. “The Community Art course I am piloting at Decorah Middle School is essentially intended to connect students…
Norwegian Parliament Members
…United States. After touring Vesterheim, the committee members met with Luther College students and staff. They are also visiting Minneapolis and San Francisco during their trip to the United States….
Vesterheim Remembers Dr. Nordby
Eugene J. Nordby, M.D., distinguished orthopedic surgeon and prominent leader of the Norwegian-American community, died on January 18, 2024, at his home in Madison, Wisconsin. He was 105 years old….
Vesterheim Commons Is Open
Vesterheim Commons is open daily from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. with no admission charge. Stop by to see this stunning new facility. There is often a special exhibit open in the…