The Search for Thor
In the latest installment of the Search for Thor, Randi Millman-Brown discovers some discomforting details about her Thor’s disappearance.
Category: Norwegian Heritage
ISS prepares for a yearlong celebration for its 75th birthday
The International Summer School (ISS) at the University of Oslo is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2021 and preparations are underway.
The story of a Christmas postcard
Cythia Elyce Rubin shares the story of her meaningful encounter with a vintage Christmas postcard by the Stavig Brothers of Sissteton, S.D.
The traditional Norwegian Julehefte makes its comeback
Lori Ann Reinhall recalls the traditional julehefte, filled with nostalgic images, and shares some newly colorized Anders Beer Wilse photos.
If you don’t have a nisse on your farm, become one
In a personal story about the role of the nisse on the farm, Eric Stavney reflects on good will and hope, and even meets a hummingbird.
Nisse in Norway
The Norwegian nisse, most popular during the Christmas season due to the arrival of “julenissen,” has a long history beyond wintertime.
Cold buffet, warm hearts
Beth Kollé recalls the splendor of the traditional julebord when she worked as a server at the Lillehammer Turisthotell in the 1970s.
Celebrating norsk jul in the New World
Cynthia Elyce Rubin and Håvard Mossige have compiled a collection of vintage Christmas greetings from Norwegian America in colorful celebration of norsk jul in the New World.
140 years old with new horizons
Kongsvinger Lutheran Church in the town of Oslo, Minn., adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic by going online, reaching people all over the world
Honoring Kaare Nevdal
We celebrate Norwegian resistance veteran and proud Norwegian American Kaare Nevdal in light of Veterans’ Day, along with his 100th birthday.
