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Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum

502 W Water St, Decorah, Iowa 52101 USA

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“admire the folk art”

With more than 24;000 artifacts and 16 historic buildings; this national treasure showcases historic and contemporary Norwegian folk and fine arts; and explores the America immigrant experience. Step inside to discover stories of courage and beauty. Find a cabin made from a single tree; a boat that sailed the Atlantic; elaborate costumes; colorful painting; silver wedding crowns. Named one of "10 Great Places in the Nation to Admire American Folk Art" by USA Today.

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If you're a Norskie, you owe it yourself to visit this beautiful museum in Decorah, IA. Three floors full of exhibits of well-preserved treasures offer you a glimpse of what life was like in the... Read more

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Loved it so much that I joined as a member! It's 2.5 hrs away from me but I see many more trips in my future. I love rosemauling and hope to come back for a class or two and or study of some of... Read more

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Thomas T.

The premier museum of the Norwegian American history in the United States. If you are of Norwegian decent or interested in the history of the Norwegian peoples in North America it is a must see,... Read more

Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum

502 W Water St
Decorah, Iowa
52101 USA
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  • Sun - Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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