Norwegian National League Annual Events


17 of May parade17th of May Banquet and Parade

Every year the Norwegian National League hosts a parade and a banquet in celebration of Norway's Constitution Day.

 

 

Leif Erikson statueLeif Erikson Day Celebrations

Each October the League lays a wreath at the statue of Leif Erikson to commemorate the early Viking discovery of North America.

 

 

decorating treeChristmas Around the World Program

In December the League presents a Norwegian Christmas program at the Museum of Science and Industry.

 

scholarship winnerScholarships

To encourage the study of Norwegian heritage the Norwegian National League has developed and administers a scholarship program open in children of Norwegian descent in grades 1-12. The students research and write a paper (drawings for the younger grades) on a Norwegian topic. Winners are announced in May at the parade.

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The Norwegian National League (NNL) serves as an umbrella organization that coordinates cultural activities shared by its many member organizations.

The Norwegian National League is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.

The Norwegian National League also provides an up-to-date Scandinavian Events calendar for download:

Download a Calendar of all Scandinavian events HERE