It’s a great place to work off all the delicious food you’ll eat in town. Turns out….they don’t! I blame it on being 100% German! □ Make sure to stop by their gift shop for beautiful Danish gifts and t-shirts as well! Victor Borge’s piano at the Museum of Danish AmericaĪlso on grounds is adult outdoor fitness equipment, the Jens Dixen home, and the Friendship trail! The Friendship trail is a half-mile paved trail that leads from the Museum of Danish America to the heart of Elk Horn. One of my favorite was getting to design my own restaurant and see how my choices align with that of the new nordic cuisine and principles. One of their most prized possessions is the baby grand piano that belonged to Victor Borge. Now, it’s home to an extensive collection of Danish history including interactive exhibits. Head to this beautifully constructed and curated museum to learn about the history of the Danish heritage here in Iowa and the United States. Located on the West side of town, on a small hill, you’ll find the Museum of Danish America. Museum of Danish America & The Friendship Walk Danish Windmill – 4038 Main Street, Elk Horn.From glassware to home decor to Danish foods, the selection is abundant. Imagine the Nordic Vikings gathering in the VikingHjem and enjoying some Viking Blod.īefore leaving, make sure to visit their gift shop! Lisa, the director of the Danish Windmill and museum travels to Denmark once a year to select Danish made items for their gift shop. While you’re there, don’t miss checking out the Morning Star Chapel and the VikingHjem. More windmill goodness in Pella, Iowa VikingHjem on the grounds of the Danish Windmill The windmill dates back to 1848 and still works today! For a small fee of $3 for adults and $1 for children, you can enjoy a guided tour of the windmill, learn about its functions, and history! Fun fact: the original maker and founder of the danish butter cookies (the blue tin available at Christmas) used to purchase his flour from the mill that now sits in Elk Horn. It was purchased by the people of Elk Horn in hopes of helping their small community to grow and flourish as well as giving a node to their heritage. The windmill was brought to the US and Elk Horn in 1976. Probably the most iconic landmark in Elk Horn is the Danish Windmill. If I told you that you could fill 2+ full days visiting a town of 650 people would you believe me? Yeah, I didn’t think so, but I’m here to prove you wrong! Check out my adventures in this amazing community! Danish Windmill, VikingHjem, & Gift Shop Danish Windmill in Elk Horn Whether you are a Dane, want to learn about the Danish, or just enjoy visiting and exploring small midwest towns, a stop in Elk Horn, Iowa is a must for your next trip! Ok, that might be a bit extreme, but for this German girl it was fascinating to learn about the Danes, their culture, and traditions. I’ve lived in Iowa my whole life and had heard of Elk Horn, Iowa, but had no idea when I headed there for a recent visit that I would essentially become Danish for a few days. Please see the Disclosure Tab for more information. All thoughts and opinions are 100% authentic and my own. Many thanks to the Danish Windmill who organized my stay, meals, and adventures while I was in Elk Horn.
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