09/26/2026
We are both saddened and excited to share that Amelia Juhl, a beloved volunteer and community member here in the Danish Villages, will be leaving soon for her next journey at the Walker Art Center in Minnesota.
Many here in our community have come to know Amelia through her role as the Communications Manager at the Museum of Danish America. We always knew her as the woman behind the camera. The windmill, Museum, and other community organizations and businesses have partnered on various shared events over the last few years, and through them all, Amelia was there with her camera to document how visitors experienced our culture at every stop. Every school field trip, Throwback Thors Day, and festival, she was often the one behind the camera. We've relied on her stunning images for years to capture moments as they passed.
Beyond that, Amelia was always there to lend a hand, whether for our own events or as a volunteer for DVIO. She held all of us to a higher standard and worked tremendously hard to improve her community and raise the bar for those around her. It isn't a secret that she spearheaded much of the organization efforts it took to bring a Thomas Dambo troll to Elk Horn, but we also know that she is capable of even greater feats yet to come. We're so proud of everything she has accomplished during her time here and know without a doubt she will find even more success ahead of her.
This community, and us at the mill especially, will miss her dearly. Her mark here will be felt for years to come and we are sincerely grateful for her passion and dedication for local history, culture, and belonging.
Amelia's tenure at the Museum ends next Thursday, October 1. For those who wish to see her off, there is still some time to let her know just how much we've appreciated all that she has done for us.
Farvel, Amelia! Vi kommer til at savne dig!
