…Their current continuum of care includes long term care, assisted living, respite care, a dementia unit, and Vennehjem/Nabotunet, an independent living options. With 7,600 square feet spread across three levels…
Fiber Tools with Donna Kallner
Collections Connection: Fiber Tools with Donna Kallner In this recording, join Wisconsin fiber-arts-tool geek Donna Kallner in a conversation about some of Vesterheim’s collection tools for nålbinding, knitting, and netting,…
Nils Ellingsgard on Rosemaling in America
…one of the best-known historians of Norwegian rosemaling. He was born in 1928, in Hallingdal, Norway, and is best known for rosemaling in the Hallingdal style. Nils was one of…
Meet Fiddler Erik Sessions
…Erik is well known in the Decorah area and the contra dance scene, and we’re so happy to host him playing Scandinavian music for you on this special day! Syttende…
Vesterheim Seeks Volunteers
…art skills like spinning and woodworking. Most support for these programs requires no previous experience. Vesterheim volunteers are all ages, and youth and young adults are welcome. If you know…
Vesterheim Announces New Brand
Vesterheim announces the launch of its new brand identity and logo developed by Snøhetta, an international design firm headquartered in New York and Oslo, and known for their trans-disciplinary approach,…
Kroneklubben Awarded at Decorah Event
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…
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
…countries had already passed laws allowing women to vote—for example Norway in 1913 and Denmark in 1915. The year 2020 marks the 100 year anniversary of the passing of the…