See the Prairie Up Close—In Person or Online
New binocular loan program and 24/7 live camera bring Jens Jensen Prairie Landscape Park to those near and far.
The Museum of Danish America is excited to announce two new ways to experience our 30-acre Jens Jensen Prairie Landscape Park: a free binocular loan program for visitors and a 24/7 live camera feed for anyone who wants to tune in on our YouTube.
For birders and nature lovers, the prairie is a constantly changing landscape. From migrating songbirds and raptors to grasses shifting with the wind and seasonal blooms, every visit or viewing offers something new.
Binoculars and books, on us.
Visiting in person? Stop by to borrow binoculars or field guides to enhance your walk through the prairie. Whether you’re an experienced birder or just starting to notice how much life is tucked into the native tallgrasses of the prairie, the binocular loan program makes it easier to slow down, look closer, and spot what you might otherwise miss.
The prairie—live, 24/7.
For those who can’t make the trip, our new live camera feed offers real-time views of the prairie landscape, day and night. Watch birds move through the park, observe changing light and weather, or simply enjoy a quiet moment connected to the land—no matter where you are.
“Jens Jensen believed landscapes should be experienced, not just observed,” said Museum staff. “These programs let people engage with the prairie in ways that are welcoming, accessible, and flexible—whether you’re walking the trails or watching from across the country.”
The Jens Jensen Prairie Landscape Park is open to the public and designed to reflect Jensen’s naturalistic vision—meandering paths, native plants, and expansive views that invite reflection and exploration.
So, bring your walking shoes and your bird list; and if you’re far away, pull up a screen and spend a little time on the prairie with us.