The National Nordic Museum gets a new labyrinth
On Aug. 21, the National Nordic Musuem in Seattle celebrated the installation of a new labyrinth in its outside courtyard.
Category: Norwegian Heritage
Josef Omland, 1937 – 2021
In loving memory of Josef Omland, who was born in Kvinesdal, Norway, in 1937 and moved to the United States at age 18. He passed away on April 14, 2021.
Einar Tapio, 1938–2021
The Norwegian-American community lovingly remembers Einar Tapio, who passed away on July 2, 2021, after a brief battle with cancer.
Bravery, ingenuity, and creativity
Mindekirken in Minneapolis is gearing up for its centennial celebration with the sale of commemorative artwork by congregation member Kari Fosse.
“Scary, clumsy, and lovable”
The Fremont Troll is perhaps one of the most famous trolls in America. But how does it stack up to other depictions of trolls from Norwegian folklore?
Remembering Larrie Wanberg
The Norwegian American fondly remembers Larrie Wanberg, a longtime contributor to the paper and an influental member of the Norwegian-American community.
Kubb, the Viking sport that unites
Sometimes called Viking chess, Kubb has a long history dating back to the Viking era and a bright future kept alive by the U.S. National Kubb Championship.
Ready to dip your toes into the water this summer?
After 15 months of scaled down online programming during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Scandinavia House is opening up its doors once again.
In Loving Memory: Sigurd Jordahl
The Norwegian-American community lovingly remembers Sigurd Jordahl, who passed away at 89 surrounded by family in his home in Millbrae, Calif., in June.
In Loving Memory: Inga Caroline Thommessen
In loving memory of Inga Caroline Thommessen, a language teacher in Denmark and granddaughter of artist Jonas Lie and ballet dancer Inga Lie.
