Vesterheim magazine

The Hardanger Fiddle

The history of the Hardanger fiddle, an emblem of Norwegian identity in the U.S.

The life and art of this talented artist.

Learn the story of these aprons in Vesterheim’s collections.

Interview with Agnes Rykken (1901-1991), Vesterheim Museum’s first Gold Medalist in rosemaling.

The achievements of three Norwegian women composers.

Learn more about the influences of Norwegian rosemaler Nils Ellingsgard.

A fascinating look at Norwegian folklore through the tapestry designs of Norwegian Gerhard Munthe.

Darlene Fossum-Martin expands on Norwegian culinary traditions to include traditions from other cultures.

Kirsten Roverud Heine shares the food traditions and stories that have brought her family together for generations.

Richard P. Beem shares the life story and inventions of his uncle, Emil Hanson.