501(c)(3) EIN: 42-1204613
Introduce young readers to the beloved world of author and illustrator Jan Brett, known for her richly detailed artwork and classic stories inspired by Nordic folklore and traditions. Participants will explore one of Brett’s children’s books through guided reading and discussion, then take part in a hands-on craft by creating their own no-sew scarf—a cozy...
Vikings are everywhere in the Nordic countries—and not just in museums behind glass. You’ll spot them in street names, café décor, local legends, and especially in Nordic countries like Iceland, Denmark, and Norway, where the medieval past still feels weirdly… present. Adam Bierstedt, Albert Ravenholt Curator of Danish-American Culture, will be joining the Travel &...
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!
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 Join us for a special live conversation with jazz historian and broadcaster Henrik Wolsgaard-Iversen exploring the American jazz musicians who made Copenhagen their home in the 1950s and ’60s—especially those drawn to the legendary Montmartre Jazz Club. Through rare video clips, personal anecdotes, and historical context,...
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!
Join us for a charming, hands-on crafting afternoon where kids and families can explore the beautiful traditions of the 19th century. We’ll be diving into two distinct styles of handmade Valentines that have been shared for generations: julehjerter and the puzzle purse, a fold-out heart valentine from the Victorian era. This program is a collaboration...
Wander through the galleries and create a traditional Victorian valentine or a Danish woven heart valentine during Valentine's Craft Night!
Think you know everything there is to know about the Danish Villages? Put your knowledge to the test at Elk Horn History Trivia Night, hosted by the Museum of Danish America and the Elk Horn Public Library! Join us at Larsen’s Pub in Elk Horn, Iowa, on February 17 at 6:30 pm for a fun...
Join us after dark to see a sneak preview of the new exhibition Wunderkammer: Curiosities from the Collection with Albert Ravenholt Curator of Danish-American Culture Adam Bierstedt. Light refreshments will be served.