The Danish Windmill in warm evening light

Ebeltoft Village

A handcrafted miniature of Ebeltoft, Denmark, capturing the charm and character of a classic Danish village.

Morning Star Chapel

Morning Star Chapel is a small, hand-built chapel that reflects the faith and craftsmanship of Danish immigrants.

VikingHjem

A replica VikingHjem from around 900CE, showcasing how early Scandinavian families lived and worked.

Modern family portrait in front of the Danish Windmill

1970s family photo in front of the Danish Windmill

Historic family photo in front of the Danish Windmill

Danish village facade with U.S. and Danish flags

Windmill grounds with Danish and American flags

ATTRACTIONS

Mermaid Fountain & Sculpture Park

Kimballton

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The Mermaid Fountain and Sculpture Park in Kimballton centers on a striking bronze mermaid inspired by Denmark’s iconic Little Mermaid, a proud symbol of the town’s Danish roots.

Danish Windmill image showing Mermaid Fountain.

Danish Countryside Winery

Elk Horn 712-764-2991

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Danish Countryside Vines & Wines offers wine tasting in a European-style barn, where visitors can sample locally made wines, browse the gift shop, and get a look at the vineyard and winemaking process.

Danish Windmill image showing Danish Countryside Vines and.

Genealogy & Education Center

Elk Horn 712-764-7008

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The Genealogy & Education Center helps visitors explore Danish-American family history and heritage through research resources and educational programs.

Danish Windmill image showing Ge Center.

Museum of Danish America

Elk Horn 712-764-7472

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The Museum of Danish America offers a deeper look at Danish heritage, with exhibits, artifacts, and stories that connect Denmark to the American Midwest.

Danish Windmill image showing Moda Front.

Bedstemors House

Elk Horn 712-764-7001

Bedstemor’s House invites visitors to step inside a traditional Danish-American home and experience the warmth and routines of daily life from another era.