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Vibrant Traditions: Scandinavian Weaving in the Midwest
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.
February Paint & Sip at Norway House (Afternoon)
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.
February Paint & Sip at Norway House (Evening)
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.
Sharp Skills: Mastering Knife Care with Stephen Aysta *Sold Out*
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.
Nordic Adornment: Fuzzy Bands, Fringes, & Pom Poms with Robbie LaFleur
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.
Krumkake with the Flavors of Spring (Morning) *Sold Out*
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.
Krumkake with the Flavors of Spring (Afternoon) *Sold Out*
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.
From Norway to Minnesota: A Dialogue with the Norwegian Parliamentary Delegation
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.
From Plain to Art: Upcycle Wooden Treasures with Decorative Carving
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.
Viking Knit Jewelry with Melba Granlund
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.
History Revealed: Vikings in the Attic with Eric Dregni
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.
Krumkake with the Flavors of Spring (Morning)
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.
Krumkake with the Flavors of Spring (Afternoon)
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.
March Paint & Sip at Norway House (Afternoon)
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.
March Paint & Sip at Norway House (Evening)
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.
The Summer Side of Primstav (In-Person Class)
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.
The Summer Side of Primstav (Zoom Class)
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.
Sharp Skills: Mastering Knife Care with Stephen Aysta
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.
Decorate Påskris (Easter Switch) with Kari Tauring
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.
From Plain to Art: Upcycle Wooden Treasures with Decorative Carving
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.
From Plain to Art: Upcycle Wooden Treasures with Decorative Carving
Craft Beauty from the Ordinary
Discover the art of decorative carving in this hands-on class with master woodcarver Jock Holmen, affectionately known as “The Norwegian Termite.” Turn ordinary wooden bowls and plates into stunning works of art while learning how to upcycle and elevate items you already own. Whether you’re hiding chips, adding intricate flourishes, or creating something entirely new, Jock will guide you every step of the way.
The Fresh Flavor of Juniper: Meals, Medicine, & Drink - Sold out
Juniper berries give a fresh, distinctive flavor whenever they’re used, so distinctive that they are sometimes a challenge for a cook to incorporate into a Nordic meal. Expert forager and a person with an appreciation for juniper’s unique qualities, Maria Wesserle, will teach you how to identify, prepare, and serve juniper in a variety of ways.
Norwegian & Irish Potato Delights: A Hands-On Cooking Experience - Sold out
Join us for a fun and flavorful journey through the rich potato traditions of Norway and Ireland! In this hands-on class, we’ll explore the versatile potato, a beloved staple in both Norwegian and Irish cuisines, and create hearty, comforting dishes from each country.
Lefse-Making Magic: Hands-On Fun with Heidi Eger!
Looking for the ultimate festive group activity? Join Heidi Eger for a delightful lefse-making experience and discover why this Norwegian flatbread has been a cherished tradition for generations. Lefse has long brought people together in Norway to share laughter, stories, and warm connections, and thanks to popular demand, there are more opportunities for you to carry on this beautiful tradition.
Lefse-Making Magic: Hands-On Fun with Heidi Eger!
Looking for the ultimate festive group activity? Join Heidi Eger for a delightful lefse-making experience and discover why this Norwegian flatbread has been a cherished tradition for generations. Lefse has long brought people together in Norway to share laughter, stories, and warm connections, and thanks to popular demand, there are more opportunities for you to carry on this beautiful tradition.
Lefse-Making Magic: Hands-On Fun with Heidi Eger!
Looking for the ultimate festive group activity? Join Heidi Eger for a delightful lefse-making experience and discover why this Norwegian flatbread has been a cherished tradition for generations. Lefse has long brought people together in Norway to share laughter, stories, and warm connections, and thanks to popular demand, there are more opportunities for you to carry on this beautiful tradition.
Lefse-Making Magic: Hands-On Fun with Heidi Eger!
Looking for the ultimate festive group activity? Join Heidi Eger for a delightful lefse-making experience and discover why this Norwegian flatbread has been a cherished tradition for generations. Lefse has long brought people together in Norway to share laughter, stories, and warm connections, and thanks to popular demand, there are more opportunities for you to carry on this beautiful tradition.
Lefse-Making Magic: Hands-On Fun with Heidi Eger!
Looking for the ultimate festive group activity? Join Heidi Eger for a delightful lefse-making experience and discover why this Norwegian flatbread has been a cherished tradition for generations. Lefse has long brought people together in Norway to share laughter, stories, and warm connections, and thanks to popular demand, there are more opportunities for you to carry on this beautiful tradition.
Lefse-Making Magic: Hands-On Fun with Heidi Eger!
Looking for the ultimate festive group activity? Join Heidi Eger for a delightful lefse-making experience and discover why this Norwegian flatbread has been a cherished tradition for generations. Lefse has long brought people together in Norway to share laughter, stories, and warm connections, and thanks to popular demand, there are more opportunities for you to carry on this beautiful tradition.
Norwegian Skinnfell Christmas Ornaments with Heidi Eger
Add some handmade beauty to your juletre!
Skinnfell is the Norwegian folk art of sewing printed sheepskins into bed covers, clothes, toys, and decorations. In this class, Heidi Eger will show you how to make skinnfell ornaments using contemporary stamp designs. Everyone will make a red heart and then choose from a dozen additional stamps for their next two ornaments. Even if you don’t complete all three ornaments during class, you will have the skills to take the remaining material home and complete them there.
Please bring a pair of sharp sewing scissors.
Instructor Heidi raises sheep and fell in love with Skinnfell as a way to honor her beautiful flock. She also teaches Lefse, Krumkake, and Fårikål classes at Norway House.
Also available at 10:30am same day.
Please note: Norway House does not offer refunds. Please be certain that you have registered for the date and time that you want.
Norwegian Skinnfell Christmas Ornaments with Heidi Eger
Add some handmade beauty to your juletre!
Skinnfell is the Norwegian folk art of sewing printed sheepskins into bed covers, clothes, toys, and decorations. In this class, Heidi Eger will show you how to make skinnfell ornaments using contemporary stamp designs. Everyone will make a red heart and then choose from a dozen additional stamps for their next two ornaments. Even if you don’t complete all three ornaments during class, you will have the skills to take the remaining material home and complete them there.
Please bring a pair of sharp sewing scissors.
Instructor Heidi raises sheep and fell in love with Skinnfell as a way to honor her beautiful flock. She also teaches Lefse, Krumkake, and Fårikål classes at Norway House.
Also available at 1:30pm same day.
Please note: Norway House does not offer refunds. Please be certain that you have registered for the date and time that you want.
Paint & Sip - Gingerbread House (Evening Class)
Bring a friend or family member (this class is great for young people age 13+) and make your own Christmas decorations to brighten your home. This colorful gingerbread house design was made exclusively for Norway House by Paint & Sip Minnesota. Have a light meal at the Kaffebar, paint, and wander through Norway House as you admire the gingerbread houses and our new troll sculpture.
$38 Use the code “Norway” for 15% off your registration.
Paint & Sip - Gingerbread House
Bring a friend or family member (this class is great for young people age 13+) and make your own Christmas decorations to brighten your home. This colorful gingerbread house design was made exclusively for Norway House by Paint & Sip Minnesota. Paint, have a light meal at the Kaffebar, and wander through Norway House as you admire the gingerbread houses and our new troll sculpture.
$38 Use the code “Norway” for 15% off your registration.
Lefse with Heidi Eger
Learn to make this popular and versatile Norwegian flatbread with Heidi Eger. Heidi shares her grandmother's foolproof recipe, lots of tips, and encouragement so you can leave the class ready to make this Christmas tradition on your own.
This is a hands-on class, so please bring an apron and something so you can tie your hair back, if needed.
This class is appropriate for children age 7 and above with an adult who is also registered for the class.
Please note:
Norway House does not offer refunds or transfer people between classes. Please be sure you are registering for the date and time that you want. Thank you.
Make Fårikål, the National Dish of Norway
Come join us at Norway House for a fun-filled event where you'll learn how to make the traditional Norwegian dish, Fårikål! Join Heidi Eger, owner of Radicle Heart Farms where sheep are humanely pasture-raised, as she walks you through the steps of making this classic dish. You will also learn about the different cuts of lamb, how to cook them, and share a meal with your classmates at the end. Frozen lamb will also be available for purchase at the time of class.
Krumkake with the Flavors of Christmas
Make traditional and specially-flavored krumkake for Christmas.
Popular cooking teacher Heidi Eger will show you how to make traditional and seasonally-flavored krumkake for Christmas treats. You will make krumkake using several different recipes, so bring a tin so you can bring the extras home.
Please note that Norway House does not offer refunds or exchange class dates. Please be sure you can attend this weekday class before registering. Thank you!
Make a Recyled Gnome with Lynn Hjelman - The Skier
Make the Skier, a Recycled Gnome by Lynn Hjelman. Register here.
Lefse with Heidi Eger
Learn to make lefse with teacher Heidi Eger. You will leave the class confident you can make lefse on your own.
It's the first class of the lefse season!
Learn to make lefse with teacher Heidi Eger. You will leave the class confident you can make lefse on your own.
Paint and Sip at Norway House
Unleash your inner artist at Norway House with our exciting new Paint and Sip experience, led by the talented Your Bearded Artist! Whether you’re a seasoned painter or a beginner, this guided painting session is designed for everyone. With step-by-step instructions, you’ll walk away with a beautiful canvas painting—and plenty of good memories.
During the class, you’ll paint a vibrant “Vase of Sunflowers” using acrylic on canvas. All art supplies are provided, so all you need to do is show up and get creative! Enjoy soothing music throughout the session, and if you need a break, delicious snacks and beverages are available for purchase at our Kaffebar.
Date & Times:
• Thursday, November 21st | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Thursday, November 21st | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Ages: 13+ welcome
What’s Included: All art materials (food & drinks sold separately)
Bring a friend or come solo for a cozy, creative evening. Reserve your spot today and take home a vibrant masterpiece to brighten your space. Spaces are limited, so register soon to ensure your place at this fun-filled event!
Paint and Sip at Norway House
Unleash your inner artist at Norway House with our exciting new Paint and Sip experience, led by the talented Your Bearded Artist! Whether you’re a seasoned painter or a beginner, this guided painting session is designed for everyone. With step-by-step instructions, you’ll walk away with a beautiful canvas painting—and plenty of good memories.
During the class, you’ll paint a vibrant “Vase of Sunflowers” using acrylic on canvas. All art supplies are provided, so all you need to do is show up and get creative! Enjoy soothing music throughout the session, and if you need a break, delicious snacks and beverages are available for purchase at our Kaffebar.
Date & Times:
• Thursday, November 21st | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Thursday, November 21st | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Ages: 13+ welcome
What’s Included: All art materials (food & drinks sold separately)
Bring a friend or come solo for a cozy, creative evening. Reserve your spot today and take home a vibrant masterpiece to brighten your space. Spaces are limited, so register soon to ensure your place at this fun-filled event!
Free Book Talk by Norway House Architect Dewey Thorbeck
A Norway House Book Club presentation about the three books Dewey Thorbeck (also the architect of Norway House) has written about Rural Design that were published in England. He will bring copies of the books and make a slide presentation about rural design that will also include some of his sketches of places around the world that he and Sharon have visited that illustrate differences and similarities in rural areas.
RSVP below for this free event
Make a Recyled Gnome with Lynn Hjelman - The Winter Hiker
Make the Winter Hiker, a Recycled Gnome by Lynn Hjelman. Register here.
Minnesota Cookie Traditions: Free Book Talk and Signing
The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book!
A free talk and book signing by Lee Dean and Rick Nelson.
Lee Dean and Rick Nelson have made the holidays even brighter by taking 113 of the best cookie recipes from the Star Tribune’s two decades of cookie contests and putting them together into one cookbook
Lee is the former food editor of the Taste section of the Minnesota Star Tribune. Rick Nelson is the restaurant critic and food writer. Together, they have tested, tasted, and edited their way through a multitude of cookie recipes.
They will speak about their experiences and the process of selecting the best recipes each year, then how they determined the best of the best to be included in their latest cookbook.
They will also share tips on how to bake the best cookies possible and speak about the importance of food and memories. There will be ample time for questions.
Join Lee and Rick for cookies, coffee, and conversation. The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book will be available for purchase and to have the authors sign it.
Lee Dean was the longtime food, editor of the Star Tribune. She led the Taste section to multiple James Beard Awards, an Emmy, and national recognition as “Best Food Section”
Rick Nelson was the Star Tribune restaurant critic and food writer. He is a James Beard award winner, and his writing has been included in four additions of the annual Best Food Writing anthology, which highlights the finest American food journalism.
This event is held at Mindekirken Norwegian Lutheran Memorial Church, which is located on the Norway Block, next to Norway House.
After Lee and Rick's talk and book signing, tours of historic Mindekirken will be available.
A part of Matfestivalen, a collaboration of Norway House and Mindekirken. Lutefiskfestivalen at Norway House is the kickoff event, and Mindekirken’s iconic annual Lutefisk Dinner closes it out. In between, we highlight both traditional and modern Norwegian food culture beyond the infamous lutefisk.
Æbleskiver og øl aften: Making Sweet & Savory Danish Treats (with a beer)
A collaboration of Norway House and our friends at the Danish American Center.
Æbleskiver, or less elegantly pancake balls, are small, round pastries that lend themselves to dozens of flavorful variations. Join three æbleskiver afficionados for a hands-on class that will double as dinner. Sip your beer as Tina Paulsen from the Danish American Center (DAC) teaches you about æbleskiver in Danish-American culture. Susan Jacobsen, also from the DAC, will teach you how to make perfectly round æbleskiver. Then Carstens Smith from Norway House will set you up at cooking stations. Make batters, choose from a variety of fillings – working from savory to sweet – and learn by doing. Share your creations with other cooking stations so everyone will have an opportunity to sample a wide variety of fillings and flavors. You will master the classic æbleskiver, then learn variations including salmon, cream cheese, and dill; Jarlsberg and ham; three-cheese; orange-raisin; chocolate ganache; chai spice; and lemon.
Price includes one glass of Carlsberg or other beverage and all the æbleskiver you can eat. Please bring a cap or some other way to tie back your hair. Norway House bandanas will be available for purchase for this purpose.
$55 General
$45 Members of Norway House or Danish American Center
Please note: Norway House does not refund tickets. Be certain you can attend at the date and time for which you registered. If you are unable to attend, you may give your space in class to another person. Simply email classes@norwayhouse.org and give the name of the person taking your place.
A part of Matfestivalen, a collaboration of Norway House and Mindekirken. Lutefiskfestivalen at Norway House is the kickoff event, and Mindekirken’s iconic annual Lutefisk Dinner closes it out. In between, we highlight both traditional and modern Norwegian food culture beyond the infamous lutefisk.
Kari's Barnehage: Cookie Decorating with PreK
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.