CITY OF ELK HORN - The City of Elk Horn
WebElk Horn is a city in Shelby County, Iowa, United States. The population was 601 at the time of the 2020 census. Elk Horn is known as an enclave of Danish ethnicity and is home to the Museum of Danish America. Elk Horn was platted in 1901, and incorporated as a town in 1910. The city took its name from Elk Horn Creek.
Elk Horn, Iowa - Wikipedia
WebElk Horn is a city in Shelby County, Iowa, United States. The population was 601 at the time of the 2020 census. Elk Horn is known as an enclave of Danish ethnicity and is home to the Museum of Danish America.
Elk Horn Is A Charming Danish Village In Iowa You've Got To Visit
WebMay 31, 2020 · Elk Horn is home to the largest Danish settlement in America, and this charming and historic village in Iowa is worth a visit. Together, with the neighboring village of Kimballton, these Danish villages are home to about 1,000 Iowans, many of whom have roots that trace back to the villages' founding in the early 1900s.
Elk Horn, Iowa | Loess Hills and Beyond Region | Travel Iowa
WebEmbark on a drive along the Western Skies Scenic Byway to appreciate the beauty of Iowa's rural landscape and nearby towns. Enjoy the some the best small-town dining experiences at Grace On Main, the Norse Horse Tavern …
Home - Museum of Danish America
WebElk Horn, IA 51531 712.764.7001 genealogy & education center. 4210 Main Street, PO Box 249 Elk Horn, IA 51531 712.764.7008 Subscribe to our monthly E–Newsletter * indicates required. First Name * Last Name * Email Address * Visit; Hours & Admission ; Area Map; Events; Buildings and Grounds ...
Town of Elk Horn - Danish Windmill
WebAug 9, 2022 · Where is Elk Horn, Iowa? 4038 Main Street, Elk Horn, Iowa 51531 | Google Maps. Experience our Danish Heritage and Hospitality. The Danish Villages of Elk Horn and Kimballton are not only a great place to visit…they’re a great place to live, raise a family or retire, work or operate a business.
6 Danish Treasures (and more) in Elk Horn, Iowa - Flint & Co
WebOct 15, 2019 · 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! If I told you that you could fill 2+ full days visiting a town of 650 people would you believe me?
Explore Danish History - Danish Windmill
WebElk Horn is the largest rural Danish settlement in the United States. It’s located in the heart of southwest Iowa’s picturesque countryside at the intersection of County Road F58 and Hwy 173 in Shelby County. It is only six miles north of Exit 54 on U.S. Interstate 80 about half way between Des Moines, Iowa and Omaha, Nebraska. History
Museum of Danish America - Museum of Danish America
WebElk Horn, IA 51531 712.764.7001 genealogy & education center. 4210 Main Street, PO Box 249 Elk Horn, IA 51531 712.764.7008 Subscribe to our monthly E–Newsletter * indicates required. First Name * Last Name * Email Address * Visit; Hours & Admission ; Area Map; Events; Buildings and Grounds ...
Experience Elk Horn & The Danish Windmill | Travel Iowa
WebStart your historical adventure at the Danish Windmill, which was relocated to Elk Horn from Denmark. This 60’ working windmill has become one of the largest tourism attractions in Iowa and allows visitors to climb to the top of the mill, see the grinding stones and admire the spinning wings on a windy day.
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