CLIP & SAVE: The Museum of Danish America’s Exhibitions Calendar 2015 in Elk Horn, Iowa
The Museum of Danish America’s permanent exhibition, Across Oceans, Across Time, in Elk Horn, Iowa shares the history and stories of Danish immigrants to the USA. Don’t miss the Design Store, Genealogy Center, Jens Jensen Prairie Landscape Park, or these special exhibits.
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Visit the Museum of Danish America in 2015 for these special exhibits*
Photography by Diana Velasco: Two Nationalities: Now through March 15
Photos exploring individuals who grew up with parents of two different nationalities
Danish Children Growing up American: Now through April 4
Photos of Danish immigrant children in all facets of early 20th century life, accompanied by toys, clothing, and furniture from our collection
Exploring Danish Happiness: Now through April 30
Reasons for the high levels of happiness in Denmark
Curator’s Choice: Art from the Permanent Collection: March 28 – May 10
The best and favorite works from our vaults, as selected by our professional curators
Skål! Scandinavian Spirits: April 24 – October 25
An exploration of the history of beer and aquavit in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden and the drinking traditions of Scandinavian-American communities
Sense of Place: May – December
Photography of Danish Villages public spaces by Danish artist Diana Velasco
Helle Scharling-Todd: May 23 – September 30
Contemporary stained glass and mosaics by this Danish immigrant artist
Dennis Andersen: October 22, 2015 – April 2016
Modern sculpture by this local native Danish-American artist
Happy Danes on the Plains: November 27, 2015 – April 2016
Tales of communities across the U.S. that were organized to preserve Danish heritage in America, inspired by Danish theologian N.F.S. Grundtvig
*Subject to change.
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For more information, please visit:
DANISHMUSEUM.ORG | 712.764.7001
2212 WASHINGTON STREET, ELK HORN, IA 51531
HOURS M-F 9am-5pm | SAT 10am-5pm | SUN Noon-5pm
ADMISSION Members FREE | Non-member adults $5 | Children (ages 8-17) $2
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