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A Thomas Dambo troll is coming to the Museum of Danish America in April 2026, and we need the support of a village to bring it to life! At our open house, we’ll share details about the project, volunteer opportunities, and how YOU can take part in building something truly extraordinary.
On Friday, March 20, from 9 am to 3 pm, the Museum will collaborate with the Lied Irwin Public Library to host LEGO Camp! During this camp, kids will become master LEGO builders through building challenges, creative storytelling, and collaborative “mega-builds.” Campers will bring their wildest brick-built dreams to life while exploring the history and design...
MoDA will extend its hours to be open until 8 pm every Thursday night. Look forward to evening programs, events, and relaxed opportunities to explore the museum. See you after dark!
Live on Zoom + In-Person Viewing at the Museum In this timely conversation, Martine Lind Krebs explores the complex colonial history between Denmark and Greenland through the story of the Greenland Monument in Copenhagen. Erected in the 1930s, when Greenland was still a Danish colony and Norway had annexed parts of Eastern Greenland, the monument...
Hop into MoDA @ the Library this month and discover Påske—the Danish way to celebrate Easter. Kids will explore colorful decorations, fun traditions, classic Påskefrokost foods, and the playful mystery of gækkebreve!
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...
Join us this April for a Brown Bag Lunch centered on The Wall That Heals, a traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial that honors the more than 3 million Americans who served during the Vietnam War. This powerful presentation will explore the story behind the 375-foot wall, which bears the names of 58,281 service...
Please register to attend. Join world-renowned Danish recycle artist Thomas Dambo for a special evening of storytelling. Dambo and his team have built more than 175 larger-than-life troll sculptures across...
Celebrate the troll’s arrival in true Danish style with Midnight at MoDA. Following the artist talk with Thomas Dambo, guests are invited to gather at the Museum of Danish America...
The Museum of Danish America is proud to present the Victor Borge Legacy Award Piano Competition and Recital Series on Sunday, April 26, at 2 pm. Named in honor of...