“Ja, vi elsker dette landet som det stiger frem”
Editor-in-chief Lori Ann Reinhall gives the history of Norwegian national anthem, “Ja, vi elsker dette landet,” sung on Norway’s Syttende Mai.
Author: Lori Ann Reinhall
Editor’s Notes: Hipp hipp hurra for Syttende Mai!
Editor-in-chief Lori Ann Reinhall previews The Norwegian American’s Syttende Mai issue and says “hipp hipp hurra!” for Constitution Day.
Syttende Mai is back in the Big Apple
Editor-in-chief Lori Ann Reinhall reports on events happening in New York for the Norwegian-American celebration of Norway’s Constitution Day.
Syttende Mai Minnesota
The 17th of May is a big holiday in Minnesota, with much fanfare and flags. Find out what’s planned for 2022.
“Ervesong” celebrates past and present
It was a joyous occasion when Ung i Kor Vest performed “Ervesong,” by composer Inger-Kristine Riber, in Bergen’s Håkonshall.
Minnekirken celebrates its grand reopening
Minnekirken, the Norwegian Lutheran Memorial Church in Chicago, celebrates its grand reopening after its restoration of the building’s facade.
A tribute to Norway’s majestic royal couple
Editor-in-chief Lori Ann Reinhall tells the story of a Norwegian prince who fell in love with a commoner, who eventually became a beloved queen.
Welcome to the Royals issue
Editor-in-chief Lori Ann Reinhall reports on what to expect in this issue about Norwegian royals and their close ties to the United States.
Ibsen’s Ghosts rise up again at the Seattle Rep
Editor-in-chief Lori Ann Reinhall talks with the director and translator of the Seattle Rep’s new production of Ibsen’s Ghosts and its relevance for us today.
Til fjells! Hit the slopes!
Edior-in-chief Lori Ann Reinhall encourages you to enjoy Norway’s favorite Eastertime sport, skiing. For most, it’s never too late to get started!
