Norskedalen Nature & Heritage Center

Norskedalen (which means the Norwegian Valley), is a nature and heritage center dedicated to preserving, interpreting and sharing the natural environment and cultural heritage of the area surrounding Coon Valley in southwest Wisconsin. Norskedalen has so much to offer in so many different ways, exploring the natural beauty, regional history and traditional Norwegian heritage of the region. Norskedalen is rich in natural beauty and diversity, encompassing about 400 acres of scenic coulee (valley) along Poplar Creek. Norskedalen's collection includes artifacts brought with the settlers from Norway, Native American artifacts from Lloyd and his sister Ruth Thrune, and an inviting hands-on nature room where kids can use all their senses to explore nature.