• 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...

  • 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...

    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...

    Free
  • SPARK! Wunderkammer: Curiosities from the Collection

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

    As part of this month’s SPARK! programming, Albert Ravenholt Curator of Danish-American Culture Adam Bierstedt will offer behind-the-scenes insights into the new exhibition Wunderkammer: Curiosities from the Collection.    SPARK!...

    Free
  • SPARK! Jens Jensen Prairie Landscape Park

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

    As part of this month’s SPARK! programming, we will visit the Jens Jensen Prairie Landscape Park—our largest exhibition and a reconstructed native tallgrass prairie. Attend to explore why prairies are...

    Free
  • SPARK! Vikingmania

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

    As part of this month’s SPARK! Programming, the museum staff will do a guided tour through the Vikingmania! exhibit. Participants will be able to ask questions about the pieces and...

    Free