Join us during Uff Da Fest at Giants, as we host members of the District 5 Sons of Norway lodges, as well as our local Valheim lodge and others for a weekend of classes, demonstrations, sight-seeing, entertainment, dining, and revelry during the city's annual Uff Da Fest celebration! We welcome the general public to attend […]
Located in Immigrant Hall at Giants of the Earth Heritage Center Do you have a special talent to share? How about some Ole and Lena jokes? Perhaps you have written a poem or your own song? Highlight it here at the Uff Da Fest "Revy" (talent show). Show up and sign your act in, or […]
Tours departing at 6:30pm and 7:15pm!
Presentation will be held in Giants of the Earth Immigrant Hall.
Rebecca Hanna is a Vesterheim gold medalist. She has produced works of many kinds, including ale bowls, dragonstil, kubbestols, acanthus pieces, and figures. In addition, she has honed her skills using svidekor, kolrosing, and kroting. Rebecca will showcase examples of ale bowls and the decorative techniques she uses at this presentation. Location: Immigrant Hall Donations […]
Research ancestors in the Georgia's Genealogy Library--2nd Floor of Giants • Record your family oral history in our Professional Recording Studio (extra fees) -- MUST SIGN UP IN ADVANCE BY CALLING 507-498-5070 • Nordic Stamping Class with Connie Aiello (extra fees) CITY COUNCIL MEETING HALL. • “Julekurver: They’re Not Just for Christmas Anymore!” with Cheryl […]
Gather your entire family and join in some old-fashioned fun at the Gray Barn! Renowned Nordic Roots fiddler Beth Rotto and her guitar wielding partner Jon will share tunes and stories about Spring Grove native performer/composer Arnold Munkel--who recorded music at the bars, celebrations, and festivals in Spring Grove back in the day! Opening act […]
Join guest Preacher Rolf Svanoe in this humorous and edifying morning service at Wilmington Church! Elements will be offered in Norwegian, as well as some tongue-in-cheek musical offerings by Kimberly Svanoe, Rachel & David Storlie, and a great message! If you arrive early, you can take an old cemetery history tour (9:15 or so), and […]
This event has passed, but you can still watch the livestream here! This month's Passport Project country is France! Join local French-American David Costet for a trip to Lyon, France. We will also explore European Christmas Markets. There will also be French cuisine and drinks to add to this immersive experience!
Were you in the Spring Grove High School Class of '77, '78, or '79, or thereabouts? Join us at the Heritage Center December 9 at 6pm for a Reunion/Open House gathering, sponsored by Rhan Flatin and Jillellyn Storlie.
Join us for our annual Juletrefest celebrations and celebrate Christmas the Scandinavian way! Learn to make woven heart basket ornaments, twisted straw stars, and more fun crafts, plus watch demonstrations of Norwegian Christmas classics like krumkakes. This year we will also be combining with the Sons of Norway Bake Sale, so you can buy some […]
Giants Gift Shop is excited to participate in the upcoming Galentine’s Day Spring Grove Main St. shopping experience! We are offering sales on gal pal and any-type-of-pal gifts that appeal to many age groups, interests, and aesthetics. Events at Giants on Feb. 11 (Open 10am-5pm) *Limited Quantity* Receive a free Galentine Gift made by Karen […]
