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
…second floor gallery. With 7,600 square feet spread across three levels and almost an acre of surrounding landscaped patio, the new Vesterheim Commons building physically links the past and the…
John McGivern’s Main Streets Features Decorah
…and historic locations. The crew also filmed at the Decorah Community School District High School Garden and at Luther College’s DNA Lab. During each episode, six-time Emmy award-winning actor, comedian,…
Things to do in Decorah and Winneshiek County
…of Decorah’s famous eagles The Decorah Community Prairie, which includes a butterfly garden, river access, benches, native prairie plantings, and trails for walking, biking, and cross country skiing Bily Clocks…
“Commercials” by Luther College Norwegian Language Students
…Luther College Commercial Norwegian Commercial Norwegian at Luther College! Norwegian Commercial Final – Norwegian 102 Luther College And this one includes Vesterheim’s Development Office student intern! Life Without Norwegian commerical…
Vesterheim Begins Work on Heritage Park
…on Vesterheim’s YouTube channel. The primary contractor for the project is 2nd Nature Landscaping, Bloomington, Minnesota, which has over 30 years of experience ranging from parks and commercial projects to…
Vesterheim Welcomes New Trustees – 2020
…Theology from Luther Seminary. Birkland has served on boards for the Minnesota Chorale, Center for Victims of Torture, Winneshiek County Habitat for Humanity, the Decorah Human Rights Commission, and Lutheran…
Interview with Kristi Bissell
…in this instance, acted as a literal comfort food. It helped shape your life in a way that has turned into this beautiful blog, teaching, and rediscovering traditions. You mentioned…
Rolf Svanoe New Tours to Norway Coordinator
…and plays trumpet in the community orchestra. He says that nothing could have convinced him to come out of retirement except this part-time Tours to Norway Coordinator position at Vesterheim….
Protecting the Collection through Roof Replacement
…boat with lots of compartments. Only smugglers needed a boat with lots of compartments. After the boat was completed, the Hamrans explained their intention to sail to America. Reportedly, the…