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Learn about Norwegian traditions and follow the immigrant story to see how Norwegian-Americans sustained and shared their heritage in their vesterheim, their “western home.”

Vesterheim, a stunning full-color, 48-page magazine, is a “museum without walls,” bringing into the homes of Vesterheim members twice each year the rich pageantry of Norwegian-American history, …

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Vesterheim creates experiences inspired by Norwegian-American stories and folk art and offers innovative and interactive exhibits, classes, and programs, both at the dynamic campus and park in …

Books and periodicals that relate directly to subjects represented by Vesterheim’s object collection, i.e. folk art, Norwegian-American history. Photographs related to Norwegian-American history and …

Vesterheim offers three educational programs for young people. Thanks to our generous sponsors each of these programs is available free for all children.

Round out your visit to Vesterheim with a stroll through Decorah’s thriving and charming downtown, a delicious meal at one of the area’s wonderful restaurants, and a stay in Decorah’s historic or modern …

This summer exhibition at Vesterheim in Decorah, Iowa, showcases the self-expression of contemporary artists who create folk art rooted in Norwegian traditions.