Bunads of Norway
Bunads are garments worn for Norwegian celebrations and holidays such as weddings, baptisms, graduation, confirmation and May 17th, Constitution Day.
Bunads are garments worn for Norwegian celebrations and holidays such as weddings, baptisms, graduation, confirmation and May 17th, Constitution Day.
Sons of Norway’s new Bunad Map of Norway is a tribute to the largely unsung bunad makers, who brought forth the traditions that are so revered today. Click on each costume to learn a bit about the bunads of Norway!
In April, Norway unveiled Europe’s longest cycle and pedestrian tunnel. A weekend of events featured a race and bike parade through the 3-kilometer (1.8 mile) tunnel built in Bergen, Norway. It has been named the Fyllingsdalstunnelen and runs through Løvstakken mountain.
There are about 450 different bunad variants, learn about them and more!
These easy, tasty wraps are a great appetizer for a summer get-together.
We are getting excited for Norway’s national day, Syttende Mai, on May 17th! As a creative challenge, we’re holding a coloring contest. Show off your coloring skills to have your artistic talents featured on Epost and sofn.com! Share this page with your family members of all ages.
Warm weather is approaching and summer will be here before we know it. One activity to add to your summer activity list is orienteering.
When World War II broke out, over 30,000 Norwegian merchant marines were roped into serving the allied forces- though without the benefit of ammunition, infrastructure or combat training.
North Americans are familiar with a 5-star rating system for movies, restaurants, hotels, tv shows, music and even books. Norwegians on the other hand have a unique rating system that sets them apart from the rest of the world- it’s called terningkast or dice roll.
In the mid-1800s an outbreak of Amerikafeber (America fever) struck in Norway and rapidly spread over the country. The sloop vessel Restauration had set sail in 1825 for America, carrying 52 passengers.