"Nordic Utopia? African Americans in the 20th Century," illuminates the untold story of African American visual and performing artists who sought new possibilities, inspiration, and environments in the Nordic countries […]
Living Here Feels Like I am In My Homeland, Finland features paintings and works on paper by Finnish-born artist Vaino Kola. After serving as a professor at Wheaton College in Massachusetts […]
World Forestry Center presents Tree People, an exhibition by Finnish photographers Ritva Kovalainen and Sanni Seppo. This exhibition braids forest mythology with an almost forgotten treasure trove of customs and beliefs, […]
At this two-day event, decorate the Midsummer pole and make flower crowns, watch live music and performers, indulge in Nordic summer delicacies, play games and make crafts, shop vendors, experience Vikings, and enjoy – this is Midsummer!
Celebrate Midsummer with a salmon or meatball dinner and live music.
Join the celbration with music by Steve Solkela, Finnish American Choir, plus historic buildings, games, cookout and bonfire.
July 6 is the birthdate of Finnish poet and writer Eino Leino (1878-1926). Find more about him at the link below. This is Flag Day also recognizes the Day of […]
Never done Finnish dancing before? Don't worry; before the dance we're offering a 4:00pm workshop where we'll learn the basic steps to Finnish dances like polkas, humppa, and masurkka. Then at 6:00pm we'll share a potluck dinner before dancing to Lauluaika's lively tunes!
Enjoy a cup of coffee with friends old and new at Nordia House! ALL are welcome, whether Nordic or just interested in Nordic culture.
Enjoy the Children's Unique Books Storytime and activity at North Wind Books at the Finnish American Heritage Center.