Step into the whimsical world of Norwegian folklore and sustainable crafting with Lynn Hjelmen! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll bring to life a charming gnome dedicated to the art of lefse making. The mateials used are recycled; the end result is charming, everything you need is provided in the class.
Step into the world of the Primstav, Norway’s ancient calendar stick, and discover how it can help us navigate today’s complex world. This unique class invites you to explore how the Primstav can inspire new celebrations, help prioritize our lives, and guide us through the dark half of the year with fresh insights. Did you know that on the Primstav calendar, winter begins on October 14th, marked by the symbol of a mitten? Or that a drinking horn symbolizes Christmas? Learn about these fascinating details, including the two winter solstices, and more!
For 50 years, Ski for Light has taught cross-country skiing to thousands of visually- and mobility-impaired persons. We’re proud to celebrate the collaborative efforts of so many guides, skiers, volunteers, and founders with a delicious meal, friendship, music, and a multi-media presentation highlighting Ski for Light’s history and accomplishments.
Global Minnesota is pleased to team up with Viking and Travel Leaders for an exciting and informative evening. Viking offers multiple European (and worldwide) options for culturally curious travelers with itineraries created to explore the world in comfort. They’ll cover highlights and what to expect on a Viking river voyage with Rebecca Aiken from Viking while enjoying appetizers and beverages in a unique German-pub style gathering space. Travel Leaders will have a team of experienced staff on hand who can advise on Viking cruises as well as travel worldwide. Bring your travel questions!
Get ready for an electrifying evening of alt-pop with Ask Carol, a dynamic Norwegian duo known for their bold, grungy sound. Hailing from the mountains of Auma, Norway, Ask Carol blends alt-pop with a fierce, guitar-based edge, drawing comparisons to bands like The Kills and Yeah Yeah Yeahs with a Nordic twist. Their high-energy performances feature a unique mix of guitars, drums, and synths, making this power-duo sound like a full band.
Having toured across the globe—from Scandinavia to SXSW—they bring their high-octane music to Minneapolis for one night only. Don’t miss this chance to support Norwegian artists and experience their Nordic melancholy meets rock-pop sound live
and peruse our current exhibitions as Norway House opens up for the day. This exclusive Norway House member event aims to provide a social platform for supporters of Norway House and Norwegian culture to meet in the spirit of community.
Join this opportunity to share a unique and tasty piece of Nordic culture!
Experts Dwight and Lois Olson share their love and knowledge of Scandinavian enamel jewelry in a free talk .
Join us for a 3-hour introduction to the craft of greenwood spoon carving. You will finish the class with your own hand-carved serving spoon. For the first part of the class, we will study safety, knife grips, and traditional techniques for carving. For the rest of the class, you will apply what you have learned to transform a spoon blank provided into your completed spoon.
Heidi Eger shares her recipes for traditional and fall-flavored krumkake. Join her for a class filled with hands-on experience and the opportunity to try out several new flavors. Bring a tin so you can take home krumkake that you made in class.
Heidi Eger shares her recipes for traditional and fall-flavored krumkake. Join her for a class filled with hands-on experience and the opportunity to try out several new flavors. Bring a tin so you can take home krumkake that you made in class.
Learn to set clear boundaries using an ancient Norse method.
Marcie R. Rendon is an acclaimed author and playwright celebrated for her powerful storytelling rooted in her Indigenous heritage. A member of the White Earth Nation, she has written several notable works, including the award-winning novel Girl Gone Missing and the compelling mystery series featuring Cash Blackbear. Her writing explores themes of identity, resilience, and the complexities of contemporary Indigenous life, often weaving personal and cultural narratives into her stories.
In her upcoming free talk at Norway House, Rendon will share insights from her literary journey, discuss the importance of representation in storytelling, and explore the intersection of culture and creativity. Attendees can look forward to an engaging conversation highlighting her experiences as a Native author and the significance of her work in today’s literary landscape. Books will be available for purchase at the event.
Join us for this enriching opportunity to hear from Marcie R. Rendon as she inspires and empowers through her words and perspective.
Lutefiskfestivalen—hosted at Norway House—is back by popular demand, now over two nights, casual and formal. Chefs from Norway will prepare lutefisk the “Norwegian way,” with traditional sides. Beer, aquavit, and other alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages will be available.
Doors open at 6:00pm. Entertainment and cash bar. Dinner service will begin at 7:00pm.
Free parking available.
Refunds available only if event is cancelled.
Learn to make lefse and experience a unique cheese pairing in this hands-on class.
Join us for a 3-hour introduction to the craft of greenwood spoon carving. You will finish the class with your own hand-carved serving spoon. For the first part of the class, we will study safety, knife grips, and traditional techniques for carving. For the rest of the class, you will apply what you have learned to transform a spoon blank provided into your completed spoon.
Learn to make lefse and experience a unique cheese pairing in this hands-on class.
Lutefiskfestivalen—hosted at Norway House—is back by popular demand, now over two nights, casual and formal. Chefs from Norway will prepare lutefisk the “Norwegian way,” with traditional sides. Beer, aquavit, and other alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages will be available.
Doors open at 6:00pm. Entertainment and cash bar. Dinner service will begin at 7:00pm.
Free parking available.
Refunds available only if event is cancelled.
and peruse our current exhibitions as Norway House opens up for the day. This exclusive Norway House member event aims to provide a social platform for supporters of Norway House and Norwegian culture to meet in the spirit of community.
Join this opportunity to share a unique and tasty piece of Nordic culture!
Sing, play, and create with teacher Kari Stern at Norway House while learning Norwegian! Using immersion techniques (using Norwegian as the primary language in class) children make direct linguistic connections to items and actions without translating.
This class is for children age 2 to 4 years old with a parent or caregiver. Classes are held at Norway House each Thursday, 10 am to 11 am, starting September 19 through December 12.
Learn to make lefse with teacher Heidi Eger. You will leave the class confident you can make lefse on your own.