Experience the rich legacy of Scandinavian weaving right here in the Midwest! Norway House is proud to partner with the Scandinavian Weavers Study Group of the Weavers Guild of Minnesota to bring you Vibrant Traditions: Scandinavian Weaving in the Midwest, an extraordinary exhibit showcasing both traditional and contemporary weavings crafted using Scandinavian techniques.
Join us for a delightful afternoon of painting and relaxation at the Norway House Kaffebar. Guided by the talented artists of Your Bearded Painter, you’ll create your own version of “Finch Me” acrylic on canvas.
As the week winds down, let’s raise a glass to good company, great flavors, and the warm embrace of hygge! Every Thursday from 4:00-8:00 PM, Norway House’s newly upgraded Kaffebar invites you to slow down, sip, and savor the simple joys of togetherness.
Join us for a delightful evening of painting and relaxation at the Norway House Kaffebar. Guided by the talented artists of Your Bearded Painter, you’ll create your own version of “Finch Me” acrylic on canvas.
Join knifemaker Stephen Aysta, owner of Tera Forge, for an engaging and hands-on knife sharpening class at Norway House. Learn how to properly care for your kitchen, carving, and outdoor knives while gaining essential insights into knife safety.
In Scandinavia, fringes from yarn were traditionally used to embellish the edges of mittens, of woven textiles like tablecloths or wall hangings, or pillows. Join Robbie LaFleur for some fringe-y fun and learn how to decorate your own projects.
Join us for a Spring-inspired baking class led by Heidi Eger, owner of Radicle Heart Farm and the beloved instructor behind our popular lefse and fårikål classes. Heidi brings her expertise, warmth, and passion for Scandinavian cooking to every session.
While krumkake cookies are often associated with Christmas, they’re too delicious to save for just one season. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make crispy, delicate krumkake cookies in fresh flavors perfect for warmer days: strawberry cardamom and lemon lavender.
Join us for a Spring-inspired baking class led by Heidi Eger, owner of Radicle Heart Farm and the beloved instructor behind our popular lefse and fårikål classes. Heidi brings her expertise, warmth, and passion for Scandinavian cooking to every session.
While krumkake cookies are often associated with Christmas, they’re too delicious to save for just one season. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make crispy, delicate krumkake cookies in fresh flavors perfect for warmer days: strawberry cardamom and lemon lavender.
Make Irish and Norwegian lamb recipes in a hands-on class at Norway House.
Join Norway House for an exclusive reception and discussion featuring members of the Norwegian Parliamentary Delegation, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, , and leading experts in sustainability and clean energy. This timely conversation will explore key global challenges, with a primary focus on clean energy, sustainability, and U.S.-Norway collaboration, along with possible discussion on security, NATO, and transatlantic relations.
This Hygge Happy Hour is extra special as we raise a glass to the Kalevala—Finland’s beloved national epic! Join us at Norway House on Thursday, February 27, for an evening filled with poetry, music, and dance inspired by the legendary Finnish saga.
Discover the art of decorative carving in this hands-on class with master woodcarver Jock Holmen, affectionately known as “The Norwegian Termite.” Learn carving techniques that you can take home and use to transform ordinary wooden bowls and plates into works of art.
Discover the art of Viking Knit, an ancient wire-weaving technique found in Viking-era artifacts. Led by renowned handcraft instructor Melba Granlund, this hands-on class invites you to explore the history and cultural significance of this intricate craft while creating your own one-of-a-kind bracelet.
Join Norway House and Ramsey County Historical Society at the Kaffebar for an evening of storytelling, humor, and history with Eric Dregni, author of Vikings in the Attic. This fascinating book uncovers the peculiar, heartfelt, and often bizarre tales of Scandinavian immigrants and their deep-rooted traditions in the American Midwest.
Join us for a Spring-inspired baking class led by Heidi Eger, owner of Radicle Heart Farm and the beloved instructor behind our popular lefse and fårikål classes. Heidi brings her expertise, warmth, and passion for Scandinavian cooking to every session.
While krumkake cookies are often associated with Christmas, they’re too delicious to save for just one season. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make crispy, delicate krumkake cookies in fresh flavors perfect for warmer days: strawberry cardamom and lemon lavender.
Join us for a Spring-inspired baking class led by Heidi Eger, owner of Radicle Heart Farm and the beloved instructor behind our popular lefse and fårikål classes. Heidi brings her expertise, warmth, and passion for Scandinavian cooking to every session.
While krumkake cookies are often associated with Christmas, they’re too delicious to save for just one season. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make crispy, delicate krumkake cookies in fresh flavors perfect for warmer days: strawberry cardamom and lemon lavender.
Norway House members are invited for a special breakfast series in the Kaffebar every month!
Join us for a delightful afternoon of painting and relaxation at the Norway House Kaffebar. Guided by the talented artists of Your Bearded Painter, you’ll create your own version of “Starry Night Minneapolis” acrylic on canvas.
Join us for a delightful evening of painting and relaxation at the Norway House Kaffebar. Guided by the talented artists of Your Bearded Painter, you’ll create your own version of “Starry Night Minneapolis” acrylic on canvas.
Norway House is proud to support our friends at the Norwegian Glee Club of Minneapolis as they bring you a beloved Nordic tradition—a classic Lutefisk Dinner! Join them at Mindekirken for an afternoon of delicious food, warm community, and lively Scandinavian spirit.
Join Nordic Roots educator Kari Tauring for a fascinating journey into the world of Primstavs—traditional Nordic calendar sticks that date back to the 1300s. Combining ancient land-based rituals with church and saint days introduced by Christianity, Primstavs served as essential tools for farmers and fishermen to track time and manage tasks throughout the year.
Join Nordic Roots educator Kari Tauring for a fascinating journey into the world of Primstavs—traditional Nordic calendar sticks that date back to the 1300s. Combining ancient land-based rituals with church and saint days introduced by Christianity, Primstavs served as essential tools for farmers and fishermen to track time and manage tasks throughout the year.
Join knifemaker Stephen Aysta, owner of Tera Forge, for an engaging and hands-on knife sharpening class at Norway House. Learn how to properly care for your kitchen, carving, and outdoor knives while gaining essential insights into knife safety.
Learn about the Nordic Easter tradition of decorating pussy willow switches. When Christianity came to rural Norway, Finland, and Sweden around 1200 A.D., the ancient land-based traditions were kept in families and blended with the new church practices.
Join us at Norway House on April 15th at 7:00 PM for a special evening celebrating the launch of Peter Geye’s newest novel, A Lesser Light. In collaboration with Literature Lovers Night Out, Valley Bookseller, and University of Minnesota Press, we’re thrilled to host this literary event highlighting Geye’s captivating story of Scandinavian immigrants.
Norway House members are invited for a special breakfast series in the Kaffebar every month!
Discover the art of decorative carving in this hands-on class with master woodcarver Jock Holmen, affectionately known as “The Norwegian Termite.” Learn carving techniques that you can take home and use to transform ordinary wooden bowls and plates into works of art.
Norway House members are invited for a special breakfast series in the Kaffebar every month!
Norway House members are invited for a special breakfast series in the Kaffebar every month!
Ut på tur, aldri sur!—“Out for a walk, never grumpy.” This beloved Norwegian saying embodies our love for the great outdoors, and what better way to celebrate it than with a round of golf?
Join us for our 5th Ut Pår Tur Golf Tournament at the beautiful Braemar Golf Course in Edina, MN. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or a casual player, this fun and relaxed outing is the perfect way to connect with friends, enjoy the fresh air, and support Norway House.
