…today. They also offer exciting creative opportunities for American fiber artists. Vesterheim is offering an introductory course February 10-11, 2024, where students will learn how to print, cut, and sew…
The Nordby’s Legacy of Love and Service
…was an artist, student, teacher, philanthropist, and devoted mother and partner in life. She loved lines, color, and form. After college, a brief time teaching, and marriage, Olive followed her…
Dr. Maren Johnson and the Luther College Partnership
…in the Midwest, and moved at age five to the Pacific Northwest (where her father served as the President of Pacific Lutheran University for 20 years). At just seven years…
Artist Tara Austin at Vesterheim
…June 29-September 22, 2024, and it will feature rosemaling with a contemporary painting focus, highlighting the beauty and techniques of this Norwegian decorative tradition infused in a modern narrative. Tara’s…
Rolf Svanoe New Tours to Norway Coordinator
…After four and a half years in Harmony, he retired and moved to Decorah. Rolf became involved at Vesterheim as a volunteer docent. He also sings with the Luren Singers…
Vesterheim Plans New Forging Studio for Folk Art School
Vesterheim Plans New Forging Studio for Folk Art School In January 2024, Vesterheim purchased a building to support its folk art education programs and operations, including a new forging classroom….
Vesterheim 2020 Donor Impact Report
Message from President/CEO Chris Johnson It is always an honor for me to share with you our annual Donor Impact Report. This report is our opportunity to reflect on the…
Collection Spotlight: Spoons
…two similar spoons – one that is silver and one that is wood. Wooden spoon (kroneskje): 2012.008.007 Wood From Norway 19th century Gift of the estate of Beverly Ethun White…
Vesterheim Activities at Nordic Fest 2018
Thanks to everyone who came for Nordic Fest 2018! We had a great weekend—perfect weather and wonderful visits with new and old friends. If you didn’t make it this year,…
Favorite Things on #GivingTuesday 2019
…Vesterheim has given our family to learn about our Scandinavian heritage. From the Montessori preschool connection with Barnetimen to the fourth-grade Pioneer Immersion Program and afterschool folk-art Klubbs, our children…