…Minnesota Gerontological Society. Kvenvold has been the recipient of many prestigious awards, including five selections by Minnesota Physician as one of Minnesota’s 100 most influential health care leaders and the…
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
Article by Betty A. Bergland from Vesterheim, Vol. 17, No.1 2019 – Tattoo: Identity Through Ink By the time the United States adopted the 19th Amendment in 1920, other Scandinavian…
Groups Sew Support for Community
…Using material donated from quilters and crafters and Decorah’s Depot Outlet along with some purchased supplies, they have made these masks available to over 100 local organizations, including businesses, hospitals,…
Vesterheim Heritage Park
Join us for a dedication ceremony and entertainment on August 21 at 1:30 p.m. Find more information about the event here. Vesterheim traces its history back to Luther College in…
Stepping Into Her Family’s Legacy
…demonstrating and teaching, and contributions to the museum collection. “All of my ancestors came from Norway. I always thought it was completely normal to have 100% Norwegian ancestry – but…
Pioneer Immersion Program 2018
…a week-long exhibition at Vesterheim. We love seeing their projects and hosting their Open House! Special thanks to sponsors 100+ Women Who Care—Oneota Valley. Find out more about the program…
Announcing Vesterheim Commons
…the ground floor that seats 100 people for lectures, meetings, concerts, receptions, and classes and can be set up for luncheons and other meal service. • A full-service commercial kitchen….
Norwegian Parliament Members
The Norwegian Parliament’s Standing Committee on Local Government and Public Administration toured Vesterheim on September 14. We enjoyed their visit and were so glad to show them around campus. The…