Six colleges founded by Norwegian-American immigrants in the 19th century came together to sponsor an annual summer Peace Scholars program in Norway, designed to deepen students’ understanding of dialogue and conflict by learning about Norway’s approach to these topics both domestically and abroad.

Students are currently elected through an application and interview process as Peace Scholars—from Augsburg University, Concordia College (Moorhead), Luther College, Pacific Lutheran University, and St. Olaf  College—to be awarded a seven-week academic experience including a dialogue-focused pre-week. The Peace Scholars program is an outgrowth of the Noble Peace Prize Forum. The forum was founded in 1988 by the five-college consortium of Augsburg, Augustana (Sioux Falls), Concordia (Moorhead), Luther, and St. Olaf.

The 2024 Peace Scholars conference will include presentations from the 2023 Peace Scholars and a keynote speech: The Rule of Law—The Path to Peace by the Honorable John R. Tunheim, U.S. District Judge for the District of Minnesota. The conference is free and largely open to the public—with a few private engagements—and we welcome you to join us, learn with us, and meet others with a passion and dedication for peace!

Stop into Norway House for the perfect last-minute Christmas shopping experience! The warmth of the season is all around with the sweet smell of cloves emanating from the Gingerbread Wonderland display, kids and families enjoying the decorations, a peppermint hot cocoa from the Kaffebar, and a curated makers' market showcasing six vendors. The event unfolds on December 21, from Noon to 6:00pm, creating the perfect atmosphere for holiday shopping.

The ever-popular Nordic Julemarket, held December 1-3 at Utepils, has been a Twin Cities holiday tradition since 2016. Last year, Norway House was able to extend the Julemarket through a pop-up event in our Sundet Aula. We’re proud to announce its return on Tuesday, December 5, 2023!

Around 20 Nordic-inspired artisans and small businesses will fill the event hall at Norway House. Full windows and warm drinks and waffles make us hope for a snowy (but safe) afternoon so we can truly shop and enjoy the Julemarket with all of the Christmas season’s glittering, white backdrop.

The ever-popular Nordic Julemarket, held December 1-3 at Utepils, has been a Twin Cities holiday tradition since 2016. Visit the brewery for a festive skål and more than 30 Nordic-inspired and Nordic-imported artisans and entrepreneurs based in and around the Twin Cities. Shop in-person during the 3-day Julemarket at Utepils Brewery, and enjoy a pop-up extension of the Julemarket at Norway House on Tuesday, December 5, from 12:00pm-8:00pm.

The ever-popular Nordic Julemarket, held December 1-3 at Utepils, has been a Twin Cities holiday tradition since 2016. Visit the brewery for a festive skål and more than 30 Nordic-inspired and Nordic-imported artisans and entrepreneurs based in and around the Twin Cities. Shop in-person during the 3-day Julemarket at Utepils Brewery, and enjoy a pop-up extension of the Julemarket at Norway House on Tuesday, December 5, from 12:00pm-8:00pm.

The ever-popular Nordic Julemarket, held December 1-3 at Utepils, has been a Twin Cities holiday tradition since 2016. Visit the brewery for a festive skål and more than 30 Nordic-inspired and Nordic-imported artisans and entrepreneurs based in and around the Twin Cities. Shop in-person during the 3-day Julemarket at Utepils Brewery, and enjoy a pop-up extension of the Julemarket at Norway House on Tuesday, December 5, from 12:00pm-8:00pm.

Explore Eikund’s beautiful updated mid-century designs, learn about their innovative sustainability practices, and meet the team behind the company.

Norway House’s BARN program is looking forward to hosting Eikund of Norway in Minneapolis. You’re invited to learn more about the brand, the team, and the “Eikund Way” in this informative presentation at Norway House. Coffee, tea, and light refreshments will be provided.

Please RSVP by email to Britt Ardakani at barn@norwayhouse.org by October 30.