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Norwegian History in Iowa
By Linda Tancs
Decorah, Iowa, is a small town known for its scenic bluffs, waterfalls, and canoeing. It’s also a cultural hub, known for its Norwegian heritage. It’s where you’ll find Vesterheim, the National Norwegian-American Museum and Folk Art School. The museum building includes artifacts from home life in 19th-century Norway, a 25-foot wooden sailboat, an immigrant log house from 1853, and countless displays of folk art. Heritage Park on Vesterheim’s campus includes 12 historic buildings in an open-air setting depicting the story of immigration, showcasing life in Norway in the 1800s and then life for immigrants in America. With over 33,000 artifacts, Vesterheim is one of the most comprehensive museums in the United States dedicated to a single immigrant group. The campus is open daily.
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