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  • SPARK! All About Trolls

    Museum of Danish America 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn, IA, United States

    This month's SPARK! program is all about trolls! These playful and mischievous creatures have long been a part of folklore and pop culture. In this program, we’ll explore the work...

  • SPARK! Painting on the Prairie

    Museum of Danish America 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn, IA, United States

    Paint with us on the prairie! For this month's SPARK! program, we will grab a canvas, sit out on the overlook, gather inspiration, and paint a landscape scene from the Jens Jensen Prairie Landscape Park. SPARK! is cultural programming that fosters connection & encourages lifelong learning. Programs feature interactive exhibit experiences, and all programs begin...

  • SPARK! Lavender Haze

    Museum of Danish America 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn, IA, United States

    Embrace the lavender haze! For July's SPARK! program, we will discuss the benefits of lavender and its various uses throughout history while sipping on lavender lemonade and sampling lavender treats....

  • SPARK! Birds of America

    Museum of Danish America 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn, IA, United States

    In this month’s SPARK! program, we’ll draw inspiration from John James Audubon's Birds of America and create our own abstract bird artworks! SPARK! is cultural programming that fosters connection & encourages lifelong learning. Programs feature interactive exhibit experiences, and all programs begin with a coffee social and snacks. This program is sponsored by The Andersen...

  • SPARK! Back to School

    For this month’s SPARK! program, we will page through local yearbooks while reminiscing about our favorite school memories. We'll capture these moments by taking some "Yearbook" photos with a Polaroid camera. SPARK! is cultural programming that fosters connection & encourages lifelong learning. Programs feature interactive exhibit experiences, and all programs begin with a coffee social...

  • SPARK! Álfablót

    Álfablót is an ancient Nordic celebration in which one honors their ancestors. For this month's SPARK! program, we'll explore the history of this celebration and similar traditions from around the world, decorate pumpkins, and drink apple cider. SPARK! is cultural programming that fosters connection & encourages lifelong learning. Programs feature interactive exhibit experiences, and all...

  • SPARK! Honoring Our Military

    This month’s SPARK! program will explore periods of war in both America and Denmark. MoDA's Registrar, David Anderson, will showcase items from our collection related to military service as we...

  • SPARK! Holiday Hygge

    For December's SPARK! Program, we will make no-sew scarves and sip hot cocoa.   SPARK! is cultural programming that fosters connection & encourages lifelong learning. Programs feature interactive exhibit experiences,...

  • SPARK! Our Libraries

    Museum of Danish America 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn, IA, United States

    For this month’s SPARK! program, Paulette Madson, director of the Elk Horn Public Library, will present on why libraries are an essential resource for our communities. Paulette will also lead participants in making paper roses. All materials will be provided.    SPARK! is cultural programming that fosters connection & encourages lifelong learning. Programs feature interactive...

    Free

  • SPARK! Danish Easter Traditions

    Museum of Danish America 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn, IA, United States

    Learn about Påske, or Easter in Denmark, during this month's SPARK! programming. Explore how Danes decorate for the holiday, the traditions and activities they enjoy, what’s served at a classic Påskefrokost, and the playful history behind gækkebreve.   SPARK! is cultural programming that fosters connection & encourages lifelong learning. Programs feature interactive exhibit experiences, and...

    Free