Passport to Other Cultures: Germany

Giants of the Earth Heritage Center 163 W Main, Spring Grove, MN, United States

This event has passed, but you can find the livestream of it here! Join us at Giants for a Mini-Oktoberfest! Featuring guest speakers Luther Professor of German Studies Soren Steding; as well as the newly crowned La Crosse Oktoberfest Festmaster and Frau, Douglas & Kimberly Kratt; Grenadier Generals Chris & Susan Hoghaug; and other members […]

“Revy” (Norsk Talent Show)

Giants of the Earth Heritage Center 163 W Main, Spring Grove, MN, United States

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 […]

Norsk Kino Natt (Movie Night)

Join us at Giants for a Norwegian Feature Film! Kino Natt simply means "Movie Night" in Norwegian! We will be watching “Sweet Land”. Snacks and Beverages available Location: Immigrant Hall Donations Accepted. These types of programming occur because of your gifts!

Rebecca Hanna Presentation on Woodcarving: Ale Bowls and Decorative Techniques

Giants of the Earth Heritage Center 163 W Main, Spring Grove, MN, United States

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 […]

Giants Adult Heritage Class Sessions

Giants of the Earth Heritage Center 163 W Main, Spring Grove, MN, United States

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 […]

Old-Time Barn Dance/Concert with Beth & Jon Rotto and Squirrel Tail!

Old Gray Barn Ye Olde Gray Barn, Spring Grove, MN, United States

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 […]

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