October 31st is the eve of All Hallows Day (or All Saints Day). Prior to being significant to Christians, October 31st was the day for recognizing the coming of winter in the northern hemisphere. It was believed that all the evil spirits, goblins and imps ran away to the depths of the earth at midnight… More Halloween in Scandinavia
Here are some resources in Minnesota for you to find out more about your Scandinavian roots. We are fortunate to have individual genealogy groups in Minnesota plus the Minnesota Genealogical Society. Below is some basic information plus contact information. Meeting dates/places may have changed so confirm this information with the specific group. Minnesota Genealogical Society… More Genealogy Resources
January 1 New Year’s Day Varies Easter Sunday March 28 Birthday of Queen Ingrid April 16 Her Majesty the Queen’s Birthday April 29 Princess Benedikte’s Birthday May 5 Liberation of Denmark Day (1945) May 26 Crown Prince Frederik’s Birthday Varies Ascension Day Varies Whit Sunday June 5 Constitution Day June 7 Prince Joachim’s Birthday June… More Official Danish Flag-Flying Holidays