In 2000, Vesterheim launched its Kroneklubben or “Crown Club,” recognizing its most generous and devoted donors. This special recognition acknowledges accumulated lifetime giving. Such consistent giving over time is crucial…
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…
Vesterheim’s New Heritage Park
Architectural renderings courtesy of Snøhetta. Vesterheim announces plans for the transformation of its Open Air Division into Vesterheim Heritage Park—an exciting project that will value the community and the environment….
The Struggle for Woman Suffrage in Nordic America
Article by Betty A. Bergland from Vesterheim, Vol. 17, No.1 2019 – Tattoo: Identity Through Ink By the time the United States adopted the 19th Amendment in 1920, other Scandinavian…
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,…
Vesterheim Heritage Park
Join us for a dedication ceremony and entertainment on August 21 at 1:30 p.m. Find more information about the event here. Vesterheim traces its history back to Luther College in…
Stepping Into Her Family’s Legacy
…longtime volunteer and served as a member of Vesterheim’s board of trustees for 20 years. All four of Kate’s grandparents also made lasting imprints on Vesterheim’s history, through volunteering, leadership,…
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…ALL TRADITION IS CHANGE SIGVALD ASBJØRNSEN, SCULPTOR NORWEGIAN FOLK COSTUMES: A LIVING TRADITION THE EXTRAORDINARY APRONS OF EVELINA GRIMES WARMTH AND COLOR: TRADITIONAL NORWEGIAN COVERLETS WEAVING BEWITCHMENT: GERHARD MUNTHE’S FOLK-TALE…
Pioneer Immersion Program 2018
…a week-long exhibition at Vesterheim. We love seeing their projects and hosting their Open House! Special thanks to sponsors 100+ Women Who Care—Oneota Valley. Find out more about the program…
Announcing Vesterheim Commons
…cultural gathering place. The building benefits include: • An entrance space for visitors to plan their Vesterheim experience or meet after a tour or class. • A multi-use space on…