Museum in Milan, Minnesota
The Arv Hus Museum is a cultural heritage center located in Milan, Minnesota. Established in 1984, the museum's name translates from Norwegian to "Heritage House."[1] The Arv Hus Museum showcases the artistic traditions brought by Norwegian immigrants and local history of the region, with a particular focus on Norwegian Rosemaling, a decorative painting technique.
The museum was established in 1984 by Billy Thompson who started the museum in a building that was once a harness shop run by Thompson's great-grandfather.[2]
Milan Arv Hus Society
The non-profit organization Milan Arv Hus Society serves as the governing body, overseeing the museum's operations, collection care, and educational programming.[1] The society plays a crucial role in fundraising, ensuring the museum's continued success in preserving and sharing the stories of the past.
Educational Programming and Collections
The museum contains a collection of vintage photographs and artifacts in rough-cut frames made from local wood, and stories and items from early settlers in the Milan area.[3] Exhibits use items from both privately owned sources and items donated to the organization. The museum also displays the sawdust artwork of its founder, Thompson.[4][5]
The museum's collection features works by world-renowned Norwegian Rosemalers, including intricate floral designs on a variety of objects. Visitors can also view a mural by Augsburg artist Phillip Thompson alongside other exhibits that explore the cultural heritage of the area.[6] The Arv Hus Museum offers a glimpse into the lives of early settlers and the traditions they brought with them.[5]
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