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…
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
…throughout the county Many venues for lots of live music Be sure to come for Nordic Fest, celebrating all of the wonderful community spirit of Decorah and its Scandinavian heritage,…
“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
…of Nordic foods classes with Kristi and other instructors here! Also enjoy interviews with Patrice Johnson and Emily Vikre. Kristi Bissell is a chef and the founder of True North…
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…