Museum of Danish America

Art Explorers - Painting Camp
2026-07-11 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit) | Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn, IA, 51531, United States
Painting Camp – July 11thJoin us for a fun-filled day of creativity at our Art Explorers – Painting Camp! Young artists will explore color mixing, texture techniques, watercolor blending, and mixed‑media design. Campers will create three unique art pieces—from a bold abstract texture painting to a dreamy watercolor scene and a personalized mixed‑media masterpiece. Along the way, campers will learn about famous artworks, and finish the day by setting up their very own mini gallery for families to view. A full day of imagination, learning, and colorful expression!

SPARK! Vikingmania
2026-07-14 10:00 - 11:30
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 receive a more in-depth explanation of the artifacts on view.
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 and Andersen-Lopez families of New York and Connecticut.

Guided Prairie Walk
2026-08-05 10:00 - 11:00
Join Shelby County Conservation Board Naturalist, Christina Roelofs, for a guided walk through the Jens Jensen Prairie Landscape Park.

This program is open to all ages!

This program is held in collaboration with the Shelby County Conservation Board.

SPARK! Art from the Archives
2026-08-11 10:00 - 11:30
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 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 and Andersen-Lopez families of New York and Connecticut.

SPARK! Day of Play
2026-09-08 10:00 - 11:30
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 the museum, creating opportunities for shared play, conversation, and joyful interaction across generations. This program highlights the value of play at every age and encourages meaningful social engagement, creativity, and learning for SPARK! participants.

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 and Andersen-Lopez families of New York and Connecticut.

SPARK! Local Legends
2026-10-13 10:00 - 11:30
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 tales that have shaped the region.

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 and Andersen-Lopez families of New York and Connecticut.

SPARK! WWII & Danish Resistance
2026-11-10 10:00 - 11:30
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 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 and Andersen-Lopez families of New York and Connecticut.

SPARK! Winter Animals
2026-12-08 10:00 - 11:30
For this month’s SPARK! program, we will be joined by Christina Roelofs, a naturalist with the Shelby County Conservation Board and Iowa DNR. Christina will share insights into how animals adapt and survive during the winter months, highlighting local wildlife and seasonal behaviors that shape the natural landscape.

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 and Andersen-Lopez families of New York and Connecticut.
