• 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
  • 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
  • SPARK! Art from the Archives

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

    As part of this month’s SPARK! programming, Youth & Community Educator Anna Thomas will share art from the museum’s archives, exploring their significance, techniques, and stylistic influence.   SPARK! is...

    Free
  • SPARK! Day of Play

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

    As part of this month’s SPARK! programming, participants will take part in a special Day of Play focused on intergenerational connection. A small group of local daycare children will visit...

    Free
  • SPARK! Local Legends

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

    Join historian Warren Watson for this month’s SPARK! program as he brings local legends and lore to life. Through storytelling and historical insight, Watson will explore the people, places, and...

    Free
  • SPARK! WWII & Danish Resistance

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

    As part of the museum’s SPARK! series, MoDA’s Registrar, David Anderson, will present a program on the Danish Resistance during World War II.   SPARK! is cultural programming that fosters...

    Free