For centuries, Norwegians have treasured the beauty of silver. Silver showed the prosperity of a family, and, according to folk belief, could cure sickness in humans and livestock, improve crops, and protect against storms and evil spirits. Brooches were more than simple shirt fasteners. This program (with slides) describes different styles of silver brooches, jewelry, and the beliefs surrounding this powerful metal.
Vesterheim Chief Curator Laurann Gilbertson will give this presentation in-person at the Sons of Norway Norsota Lodge in Apple Valley, Minnesota, and everyone is invited to attend!
Visitors wishing to attend should email lodge member Chris Elwell at cae1261@gmail.com to RSVP.
Questions? Contact Molly Thompson, Vesterheim Annual Fund Gift Officer, at mthompson@vesterheim.org or 563-382-9681.
Vesterheim staff members can give presentations to cultural, community, and church groups on a variety of topics. Find more information about presentation options and how to schedule one for your group here.
