A true tale of crime from Eidsvoll Manor
Norway’s Eidsvoll Museum tells of the Eidsvoll Thief, who stole valuables from the manor house, regretted what he did, and returned them.
Tagged: 17May
Syttende Mai in Norway
Editor-in-chief Lori Ann Reinhall and Travel Editor Cynthia Elyce Rubin write about how to celebrate syttende mai in Stavanger, Norway.
Til Dovre faller
“Til Dovre faller,” is an original music video featuring Norwegian children to mark Norway’s bicentennial in 2014.
A greeting from Ambassador Krutnes
Norway’s ambassador to the United States, Anniken R. Krutnes, delivers a special Syttende Mai greeting to the readers of The Norwegian American.
Overnight Oats for a 17. mai morning treat
Taste of Norway Editor Kristi Bissell shares her recipe for Vanilla Overnight Oats with Cinnamon, a treat for breakfast on the 17th of May.
King Karl Johan, the people’s sovereign
Learn about the history of Norway and King Karl Johan, whose street in Oslo is the current parade route for every 17th of May.
Mindekirken’s Syttende Mai
Mindekirken in Minneapolis has big plans for celebrating Syttende Mai with music, a parade, and ice cream for all.
A champagne cocktail for Syttende Mai
Enjoy a very special 17th of May cocktail, a Kir Royale that adds raspberry sorbet to champagne for a luscious libation.
Here comes the 17th of May!
Editor-in-chief Lori Ann Reinhall writes about 17th of May coverage in the newspaper and what the holiday means in Norway and the world.
The art of making a beautiful kransekake
Mandel’s Maggie Øyen shares tips for making beautiful kransekake, a traditional Norwegian almond cake for special occasions.
Carsten Anker, businessman and statesman
Read about the Eidsvoll Manor House owner Carsten Anker and his role in the drafting of the 1814 Norwegian Constitution.
A Democracy Center for children everywhere
The Norwegian American and Norway House in Minneapolis team up to create a Democracy Center to welcome children to a unique learning experience.
