Visiting Elk Horn
Come visit us for a day of shopping and sightseeing, or a restful weekend getaway in the country. Learn about the history of Elk Horn and it's rich cultural heritage by touring the Windmill and Danish Immigrant Museum.
The Danish Windmill is an authentic windmill imported from Denmark. The windmill was built in 1848. Learn more about how it was brought to our town, and how windmills work by touring this special addition to our community. The Windmill is also the largest Danish import shop in the United States. Hours: 9-5 Daily, Sunday 12-5. 1-800-451-7960 or 712-764-7472 Fax 712-764-7475 email: windmill@metc.net, sales@danishwindmill.com, info@danishwindmill.com and our website: www.danishwindmill.com
The Danish Immigrant Museum takes you on a journey following the path that many immigrants took to the United States from Denmark. Explore the rich heritage of Danish Americans and share in their immigration story. Hours: m-f 9-5; Sat 10-5; sun 12-5 712-764-7001; email dkmus@metc.net or info@danishmuseum.org. website: www.danishmuseum.org
Bedstemor's Hus - Operated by The Danish Immigrant Museum, this authentic Danish Grandmother’s house has been restored to its original 1908 Victorian period and is on the National Register of Historic Places, Open May 15 – September 15, Mon-Sat 10 – 4, Sunday 1 – 4
The Family History & Genealogy Center, the research library of the Danish Immigrant Museum, offers translation and research services and has a significant collection of background materials. Summer hours (May 1 – Nov 1) Tues/Wed/Fri 9-5; 1st & 3rd Sat 9-5; Winter hours (Dec 1 – April 30) Tues/Wed/Fri 10-4; other times by appointment, 712-764-7008. 4210 Main St.