Danish Heritage Museum

The Museum contains artifacts and exhibits related to the everyday lives of the pioneer settlers of Danevang. The first exhibits near the entrance stress the ties that still exist with the Mother Country of Denmark, and the Viking influence from the early years of the second millennium. Other displays show the importance of the Danish Lutheran Church, the public schools and organized community recreation activities to the early settlers. Since farming has always been the primary occupation in Danevang, the Museum shows samples of the crops that are grown in the area and the progression of the methods and equipment used for growing these crop.

A section of the exhibit area is set aside for descendants of the pioneer families of Danevang to put up exhibits showing the history of their families. The families design and construct the exhibits and install them in this area. Each family display remains in place for approximately one year and then is removed so that another family may use the space.

As well as inviting individuals and families to visit the museum and pioneer house, the Society also encourages tour groups to visit and enjoy the facilities. By prior arrangements the Museum staff and volunteers will provide structured tours and activities for tour groups such as senior citizens organizations and school groups. These activities can range from a tour of the Museum and Pioneer House with coffee and cookies provided, to a tour including also the Danevang Lutheran Church, community hall and cemetery, with a sit-down Danish meal in the museum.

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