Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum

With world-class exhibitions and 12 historic buildings in scenic Decorah, Iowa, Vesterheim, the national Norwegian-American museum and heritage center, showcases the best in historic and contemporary Norwegian folk and fine arts, and explores the American immigrant experience. This national treasure is also a center for folk-art education, offering a wide variety of classes every year.

Exhibits

Scandinavian American: Photography by National Geographic Explorer Erika Skogg

Dolls: Playing with Identity

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