How Do You Learn About Norwegian American Heritage?
There are many people of Norwegian American heritage who would like a stronger connection to their roots. Fortunately, Norwegian American immigrants were highly organized when it came to preserving and celebrating their culture. Choose one or several of a myriad of different ways of celebrating your Norwegian American roots and passing on this cultural inheritance to the next generation. Celebrate Syttende Mai with gusto. Every Norwegian American interested in celebrating and exploring their heritage should take note of May 17th and recognize what Constitution Day means for the Norwegian people. This is also the day when Norway’s citizens bring out their traditional regional bunads and parade through the streets in folk dress. There are many Syttende Mai celebrations across the United States for Norwegian Americans to enjoy. Attend a Norwegian language church service at Mindekirken in Minneapolis but make sure to get there early to get a seat. Research the area of Norway that your fami
