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Decorah Decks Out for Crown Prince Visit

On October 6, 2025, a chilly Monday morning in Decorah, Iowa, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon of Norway, made an esteemed visit to Vesterheim, the National Norwegian-American Museum and Folk Art School.

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World Champion Porridge

In early October, Sven Seljom was crowned the World Champion of Porridge Making in Scotland. The 57-year-old tech consultant from Mandal was the first Norwegian to bring home the gold.

By |October 20th, 2025|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on World Champion Porridge

A Royal Visit

To mark the 200th anniversary of the first Norwegian emigration to the United States, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon will visit the United States October 6-9, 2025. The visit will help to strengthen cooperation between Norway and the United States, especially in business, research and culture.

By |September 18th, 2025|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on A Royal Visit

Emigrasjonsbunaden – The Emigration Bunad

When Sons of Norway was cleaning out storage closets in 2018, imagine my utter surprise not only to unbox a full bunad in new condition, but to find one with a unique theme. There had to be a good story behind this rare find.

By |September 18th, 2025|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Emigrasjonsbunaden – The Emigration Bunad

Hearty Salmon Pumpkin Soup

This delicious creamy soup bursts with flavor and is the perfect introduction to fall weather. You’ll feel like you’re in Bergen, Norway, with every bite.

By |September 17th, 2025|Categories: Blog|Comments Off on Hearty Salmon Pumpkin Soup
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