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  • Elk Horn History Trivia Night

    Larsen's Pub 4206 Main Street, Elk Horn, Iowa, United States

    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...

    $20

  • Exhibition Opening – MoDA after Dark

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

    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.

  • MoDA after Dark

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

    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...

  • MoDA after Dark

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

    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...

  • MoDA @ the Library

    Elk Horn Public Library 2027 Washington St, Elk Horn, iowa, United States

    Have you ever wondered how museums began? Before grand galleries and glass cases, there were cabinets of curiosities—wonderfully cluttered collections filled with everything from sparkling crystals to so-called “unicorn” horns....

    Free

  • 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

  • MoDA after Dark

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

    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!

  • Cows graze on the Rosmann family farm. Several white barns and outbuildings can be seen in the background.

    Brown Bag Lunch – A Practical Farmer’s Journey with Ron Rosmann

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

    Join MoDA as we welcome Ron Rosmann, a fourth-generation farmer with a 700-acre certified organic, diversified crop and livestock operation. Recently, Ron published A Practical Farmer’s Journey: A History of...

    Free

  • Thomas Dambo Troll Open House

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

    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.

    Free
  • A young boy wearing a purple sweatshirt and blue jeans kneels before a floor filled with LEGOs.

    LEGO Camp

    Lied Irwin Public Library 509 Ann Street, Irwin, Iowa, United States

    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...