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Upcoming Events

  • Swedish Roots in Oregon Genealogy Sessions
    Swedish Roots in Oregon Genealogy Sessions
    Mon, Apr 21
    Join us for these online private one-on-one genealogy sessions! Each slot is an individualized session with two experts from Swedish Roots in Oregon (SRIO). Upon registering you will receive a form to fill out and email to Swedish Roots in Oregon so they can gather information before your session.
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  • Open Field Trip
    Open Field Trip
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Jul 09
    Join our weekly open field trips to explore the giant troll Ole Bolle at Nordic Northwest!
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  • Forest Bathing
    Forest Bathing
    Wed, Jul 09
    Join arborist and forest-bathing guide Dustin Marchello for a peaceful walk through the grounds, blending mindful breathing, light movement, and sensory connection to nature.
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  • Drop-In Birch Bark Bracelets
    Drop-In Birch Bark Bracelets
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Jul 10
    Learn the traditional Nordic craft of working with birch bark and create your own handcrafted bracelet in this fun, hands-on workshop for all ages.
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  • Nordic Coffee Hour
    Nordic Coffee Hour
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Jul 11
    Sip, chat, and connect—join us for a cozy Nordic coffee hour!
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  • Summer Family Fairy House Workshop
    Summer Family Fairy House Workshop
    Sat, Jul 12
    Explore the magic of fairy houses in the woods of Nordic Northwest! In this whimsical, hands-on workshop, you’ll build your own tiny woodland home using foraged and natural materials!
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  • The ABBAgraphs Outdoor Concert
    The ABBAgraphs Outdoor Concert
    Sat, Jul 12
    Calling all dancing queens! Listen to a new take on the electrifying Swedish band, Abba. Join us for this outdoor concert! Bring a chair, blanket, and your dog if you want!
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  • Danish Conversation Group (Evening)
    Danish Conversation Group (Evening)
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Jul 14
    Come practice your Danish! All welcome from beginners to experts.
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  • Nordic Knitting Circle (Tuesday Afternoon)
    Nordic Knitting Circle (Tuesday Afternoon)
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Jul 15
    Come get your craft on with Nordic Knitting Circle! Bring a project you are working on. All levels welcome.
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  • Skål Night with Knudsen Vineyard
    Skål Night with Knudsen Vineyard
    Wed, Jul 16
    Join us on Skål Night for a tasting from one of our wonderful local wineries, Knudsen Vineyards!
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  • Fogelbo Tour
    Fogelbo Tour
    Fri, Jul 18
    This is a special chance to experience the renowned Fogelbo with docents and Ross Fogelquist, who has lived in the house since childhood. Hear about the history of Fogelbo and the large collection of Nordic antiques.
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  • Nordic Band Weaving for Kids
    Nordic Band Weaving for Kids
    Sat, Jul 19
    Learn the basics of Nordic band weaving and create a colorful key ring or bracelet in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop — perfect for all ages!
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  • Drop-In Paper Mushroom Workshop
    Drop-In Paper Mushroom Workshop
    Thu, Jul 24
    Drop in and create a colorful paper mushroom — complete with hidden compartment — in this fun, hands-on workshop inspired by Nordic paper arts and folklore!
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  • Family Birch Bark Baskets
    Family Birch Bark Baskets
    Sat, Jul 26
    Create a birch bark basket and explore the rich Nordic tradition behind this ancient, versatile material. All supplies included!
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  • Danish Conversation Group (Afternoon)
    Danish Conversation Group (Afternoon)
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Jul 28
    Come practice your Danish! All welcome from beginners to experts.
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  • Norwegian Conversation Group
    Norwegian Conversation Group
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Jul 28
    Come practice your Norwegian! All welcome from beginners to experts.
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  • Lillördag
    Lillördag
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Jul 30
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  • 3 Billy Goats Gruff Puppet Show
    3 Billy Goats Gruff Puppet Show
    Sun, Aug 03
    Join us for a fun and meaningful adaptation of the traditional tale Three Billy Goats Gruff presented by Penny’s Puppets.
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MISSION

Nordic Northwest is a nonprofit organization focused on the five Nordic nations: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden.

 

The mission of Nordic Northwest is to:

  • Highlight, honor, educate, communicate, promote and celebrate Nordic culture and traditions, ancestral, modern and contemporary. 

  • Provide value and serve members by developing and making available and accessible Nordic cultural and educational programming that is rich, authentic and forward looking.

Visit Us

Located in Portland just minutes from Washington Square Mall and off the 45 Bus Line.

Broder Söder

Nordic Northwest's in-house Nordic cafe, specializing in brunch, lunch, fika and cocktails

Fogelbo

Home to one of the largest private collections of Swedish art and antiques in the country. 

Donate

Give to any number of funds and campaigns to support Nordic programs in Portland!

Membership

Become a sustaining member to receive special updates, first-look event details and discounts!

Volunteer

Help us with administration, events staffing, stewardship or committee steering! 

Rentals

Host your wedding, next business conference, special party or gala at Nordia House.

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