Follklorist Hilary-Joy Virtanan shares stories and information about Toivola, in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, and its Juhannus festival and Finnish-American folklife in this online presentation. It will be available online for later viewing, as well.
The Scandinavian Hjemkomst and Midwest Viking Festival celebrates all things Nordic, from the forested lakes of Finland through the Norwegian fjords to the shores of Iceland. Experience an international collection of chefs, artists, musicians, storytellers, historians, and vendors to fully immerse you in the Nordic roots that planted themselves so prominently in the Red River […]
The Scandinavian Hjemkomst and Midwest Viking Festival celebrates all things Nordic, from the forested lakes of Finland through the Norwegian fjords to the shores of Iceland. Experience an international collection of chefs, artists, musicians, storytellers, historians, and vendors to fully immerse you in the Nordic roots that planted themselves so prominently in the Red River […]
Members and friends of FAHA gather to celebrate the organization's 25th anniversary!
Finnish-American Folk Festival of Naselle takes place every two years. Check the website for information as it develops.
SISU seminars provide a unique opportunity to study the Finnish language with highly qualified, native speakers of Finnish. This week-long seminar is open to adults of all ages, backgrounds, and language skills. All levels of Finnish language skills are welcome, though some acquaintance with the language is recommended at the beginner level. Register by April […]
Special family weeks and weekends allow grandparents, parents, children, aunts, uncles and cousins the opportunity to explore language and the culture together and to share experiences and build memories that will last a lifetime. This week will include Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish & Danish activities.
The celebration of Finnish and Finnish-American history, culture, tradition and contemporary topics this year takes place in Joensuu, and will focus on the Northern Karelian past, present and future.
Enjoy FAHA friendship and a tasty fish dinner prepared by Gunnar and Jenny Luhta ($15).
The Summer Folk Festival celebrates Finnish culture through stories, food, crafts, music and demonstrations of the farming operations at this open air museum.