Norway At Home

The Royal Anthem of Norway is called Kongesangen which means King’s Song. It is to honor the King (or one day, perhaps Queen) of Norway. It is used on ceremonial occasions, for example, before His Majesty’s annual New Year’s Eve speech. It is separate and different from the National Anthem...

The Norwegian table prayer has a long history in the Norwegian home. When the family gathers around the table, it is said before each meal. It can be spoken or sung. It also has a heartfelt place in Norwegian gatherings around the world. At Norwegian clubs, dinners, and special events you will...

Norway loves it’s holidays! Government agencies, banks, and many of the businesses will be closed on official holidays. Flag days outnumber holidays, but business are generally open. They are defined by constitution and require observance by government agencies. There are also special occasions, like Mother’s Day or Midsommer’s Eve, that...

Christmas is the season for giving! Here are holiday images that you can use to decorate the top cover of your Twitter page in Nordic style for the holidays. There are also some Facebook covers available. (Instructions below, if you need them.)           Instructions For Changing...

Through the ages, the aurora have created awestruck wonder in a variety of cultures. Among other things, they have been predictors of war, hope of an afterlife, and proof of dragons. In Norse mythology: “The Valkyrior are warlike virgins, mounted upon horses and armed with helmets and spears. /…/ When...