…String band and also plays the mandolin with Foot-Notes. He has expanded his repertoire by writing his own tunes and recently helped the Practical Farmers of Iowa Association with a…
Vesterheim 2021 Donor Impact Report
…Decorah community, showcasing the historic buildings in Vesterheim’s collection in an educational, interpretive, and public outdoor space. Vesterheim’s online movement continued to grow in 2021. Online events and Folk Art…
Awards for “Socially Distanced, Creatively Connected”
…father Ron Akre took many classes at Vesterheim, too, passing along knowledge and tools of the trade. Vesterheim is pleased to announce the Best of Show Award and Jurors Choice…
Membership Confirmation
Thank you for your membership to Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum. Your membership will help write the next chapter in Vesterheim’s story! With your generous support to our Membership Program, TOGETHER we…
FamilieTid: Family Cook-Along with Nevada Berg
FamilieTid: Family Cook-Along with Nevada Berg! For this recording, gather the family in the kitchen and get ready to cook along with celebrated food writer and author Nevada Berg from…
A Legacy of Women in Norwegian Music History
Beyond Grieg A Legacy of Women in Norwegian Music History from Vesterheim, Vol. 16, No. 2, 2018 Author Rachel Storie writes: Women musicians have been thriving around the world for…
Luther Students Visit Vesterheim Commons
…students’ ability to read, write, analyze, discuss, and research. The visit was part of a learning unit on “Built Spaces.” Luther Professor Andy Hageman introduced this unit and the work…
Anna Hong, Norwegian-American Woman Artist
Anna Hong, Norwegian-American Woman Artist from Vesterheim, Vol. 2, No. 2, 2004 Anna Hong was a fascinating and talented Norwegian-American woman artist, writer, and educator. She was a Vesterheim supporter…
Vesterheim Seeks Volunteers
…of activities. Volunteers welcome visitors or monitor crafts or treats during programs. They support museum curators with clerical work, visitor services staff with administrative tasks and record-keeping, and maintenance staff…
Vesterheim Welcomes New Trustee – 2023
…and manager of Firefly Reliability in Ridgeway, Iowa. Hovden’s volunteer service over the years has included being a member of the Winneshiek Center Hospital Foundation Board and Beta Tau Community…