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Join the National Nordic Museum for a talk with Dr. Michelle Facos in conjunction with the exhibit Among Forests and Lakes: Landscape Masterpieces from the Finnish National Gallery. How can one explain the astonishing...

Rosemaling is Norway's traditional decorative folk painting that was used to decorate wooden items commonly used in daily life, such as ale bowls, stools, and chairs. Using stylized techniques made up of fantasy flowers,...

Join Norway House for a book talk with the Arthur Herman via Zoom as he discusses his newly published book, The Viking Heart: How Scandinavians Conquered the World.  Registration and cost: $5 General Admission...

Bjørn Heglie, beloved local Scandinavian folk singer, will take us all on a musical tour of folk songs of Scandinavia that will travel from early songs of sailors longing for home to children’s songs...

Gather the family in the kitchen and get ready to cook along with celebrated food writer and author Nevada Berg from North Wild Kitchen! Learn how to make one of her family's favorite Norwegian recipes...

While crispbread might seem like just a cracker, Scandinavians see it as another form of bread and serve it for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and as a snack in between meals. Want to learn to...

The National Nordic Museum will host a series of Nordic Talks, sponsored by the Nordic Council of Ministers, focused on the theme of food security and sustainability. During these talks, leading innovators and advocates...

This class is a part of a summer-long series. You do not need materials or supplies for these classes. You can purchase access to all five mini classes at a reduced rate here. Warm covers at...

Jane Laurence and Fred Livesay team up to examine a unique basket construction called Knutkorg (knot baskets), which were often decorated and used as special Sendingskorg (visiting baskets). Using artifacts from the Vesterheim collection; the Norwegian, Swedish, and Finnish...

Join the National Nordic Museum for a virtual story time and craft with our special guest, children's librarian Sara Jensen. Virtual Nordic Stories is moving to Saturdays, and will happen every other month! Their...

Meet the Author at the National Nordic Museum is back with a new season of fascinating Nordic books and authors! They start off the fall schedule with The Way Through the Woods: On Mushrooms...

Dating back to 1857, Selbu mittens are one of the most iconic Norwegian garments. They have existed as currency, as souvenirs, and as a source of financial independence for women who had few options....

This class focuses on several ways to share family history. Topics covered will include writing and publishing, social media, and ideas for engaging younger generations. Register on the Norwegian American Genealogical Center website or call (608)...

Dr. Maren Johnson, Luther College's Associate Professor of Nordic Studies and Torgerson Center for Nordic Studies Director, facilitates a monthly bokprat, discussing Scandinavian authors and Scandinavian life. Join us for a conversation about Odd Nansen's From...

Looking for a fun way to explore Norwegian culture with your family on your own schedule? Vesterheim's FamilieKlubb is for you! Learn some Norwegian words and phrases and a new Scandinavian handcraft each month,...

This studio visit showcases the work and workspace of visual artist, Allyce Wood. Join the National Nordic Museum online for a special tour of Wood's studio, located in the Miller Studio Collective in Georgetown,...

Join food historian and cookbook author Patrice Johnson for this seasonal cook-along! During this class, you'll prepare a New Nordic supper in your own kitchen as Patrice guides you using seasonal ingredients. The menu will...

Join celebrated Danish paper cutting artist Torben Jarlstrøm Clausen in a family-friendly event. Exploring the artwork of renowned storyteller Hans Christian Andersen, hear about Torben Jarlstrøm Clausen’s own journey to becoming a paper cutting...

This online series presents genealogical resources and techniques, starting with facts from your personal experience and your family’s history. Research into documentary evidence moves from America into Scandinavia, practicing with the old languages. In...