Swedesburg in Henry County, Iowa — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
The Dala Horse
National Symbol of Sweden
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, June 26, 2021
1. The Dala Horse Marker
Erected 2014 by Swedish Heritage Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Immigration • Settlements & Settlers.
Location. 41° 6.263′ N, 91° 32.693′ W. Marker is in Swedesburg, Iowa, in Henry County. Marker is at the intersection of James Avenue and Park Street, on the right when traveling south on James Avenue. The marker is mounted near ground-level in front of the Dala Horse, facing James Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 107 James Avenue, Swedesburg IA 52652, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 9 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Farmers Union Exchange (a few steps from this marker); Swedish Evangelical Lutheran Church (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Old Military Road (approx. 7½ miles away); First Settler's Home in Washington County (approx. 7.6 miles away); Beginning of National Republican Party (approx. 7.6 miles away); James Harlan
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Also see . . .
1. Dalecarlian Horse (Wikipedia). Excerpt:
A traditional carved, painted wooden statue of a horse originating in the Swedish province of Dalarna (Dalecarlia). In the old days the Dalecarlian horse was mostly used as a toy for children; in modern times it has become a symbol of Dalarna, as well as of Sweden in general.(Submitted on January 7, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
2. About Dala Horses. Excerpt:
In central Sweden, wood scraps from the local furniture-making trade, paint-pigment from nearby copper mines, and long winter evenings bred the development of the Dala Horse. Traditions vary in giving credit to woodsmen and to soldiers for originating the craft. Dala Horses from the Nusnäs-Mora area first appeared with their familiar bright decoration in the 1800s when the kurbit, or flower-patterned saddle, was regularly added to them.(Submitted on January 7, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, June 26, 2021
2. The Dala Horse Marker
The marker is mounted near ground-level in front of the Dala Horse.
3. History of the Dala Horse. Excerpt:
A Dala Horse was placed outside the entrance of the Swedish pavilion at the 1939 world exhibition in New York. After the exhibition, the Dala Horse quickly became a symbol for Sweden.(Submitted on January 7, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, June 26, 2021
3. The Dala Horse
Looking north. The Swedish Heritage Museum is in the background.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 7, 2024. It was originally submitted on January 6, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 49 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 7, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
