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
Different techniques of preserving herring have been used at different times in Norwegian history. One tradition that is believed to be very old is smoked herring. It was hung to dry from the ceiling above the open fireplace and thus acquired a smoky flavor. The smoke prevented the fish from getting moldy, and if it… More Eating Fish The Scandinavian Way
One of the most recognized examples of Norwegian history and culture is the stave church (“stavkirke”). Unique to Norway, they are medieval yet elegant symbols of Christianity’s initial foothold into a country whose Viking era and ancient gods were a recent memory. Architecturally the stave churches are quite impressive. Made only of wood, some of… More The Stavekirke (Norwegian Stave Churches)