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The immigrant story comes alive at Vesterheim, America's oldest and largest museum devoted to one immigrant group. The downtown historic complex includes the main building, built in 1877 as a luxury hotel; an 1800s farmhouse from Norway; early pioneer immigrant homes; a church and house from North Dakota; and a stone mill that houses early farm equipment. Displays feature costumes, homes, room settings, colorful folk arts and woodcarvings, church altars, and a 25-foot boat.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Porter House Museum

Italianate house with original furnishings. Exhibits of exotic butterflies, South American artifacts. Unique rock wall surrounds the property.

Decorah, IA Museums

Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum

The immigrant story comes alive at Vesterheim, America's oldest and largest museum devoted to one immigrant group. The downtown historic complex includes the main building, built in 1877 as a luxury hotel; an 1800s farmhouse from Norway; early pioneer immigrant homes;

Decorah, IA Museums

Seed Savers Exchange/Heritage Farm

Heritage Farm comprises 2,000 heirloom vegetable varieties. Also featured are more than 800

Decorah, IA Farm Life

Oneota Golf & Country Club

Course Access: Semi-Private
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7

Decorah, IA Golf Courses

Silvercrest Country Club

Course Access: Semi-Private
Holes: 9
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7

Decorah, IA Golf Courses

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