Learn about the people who make Ingebretsen’s who we are, both inside the building and out! Here, we honor our staff, vendors, and important figures in Scandinavian history.
The Norwegian Termite: Jock Holmen
Jock Holmen generally isn’t a betting man. However, when he tells people to take a look at the carved wooden post in front of Ingebretsen’s, ...
Recycling for Earth Day
JULIE INGEBRETSEN ON SUSTAINABILITY AND RECYCLING EFFORTS “I’ve been obsessed with reducing waste for as long as I can remember. Where that came from, I’m not ...
Mindy Schumacher – Artist Feature
“I originally drew the snail and mushroom design for my daughter, and it has stood the test of time, “ says Mindy Schumacher, the artist ...
Leif Erikson Day
Leif Erikson Day was declared a national holiday in 1964 by Lyndon B. Johnson. On October 9 each year, celebrations occur to honor this Greenlander, ...
Meghan Hayes – Artist Feature
We chatted with Meghan Hayes of Dottir about her experience as a business owner and artist. Meghan is an artist and jeweler, working out of ...
Kirsten Sevig – Artist Feature
Kirsten Sevig is an illustrator from Minnesota who loves to paint. She has become known for her gnome watercolors that appear on her popular stationery ...
In Memory of Mary Hirsch
On July 4, we received the painful news that Mary Hirsch, the author of the Ingebretsen’s blog posts, the Ole and Lena jokes on Facebook, ...
Woodturning With Phil Holtan
A regular during Ingebretsen's annual week of craft demonstrations, Phil Holtan, a professional woodturner, is always a crowd pleaser! His visit's are an unique opportunity ...
Six Things You May Not Know About The Scream
If you say “The Scream” most people know exactly what you're are talking about – either the work of Norwegian Edvard Munch or the after-shave ...
Happy Birthday Julie Ingebretsen
Yesterday, May 27th, was the seventh anniversary of the 10th birthday of our beloved leader. In other words, Julie Ingebretsen is celebrating her 70th birthday ...