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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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  • Sami Inspired Necklace (Sold Out)
    Sami Inspired Necklace (Sold Out)
    Sat, Jun 14
    Learn a special braiding pattern to create a Sami inspired necklace in this class. We will use the traditional coiled pewter/silver wire to complete a braid pattern, adorned with colorful beads and a clasp.
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  • Nature Weaving for Kids
    Nature Weaving for Kids
    Sat, Jun 14
    Weave a beautiful nature tapestry in the sunny woods of Nordic Northwest! Learn how to make a loom from branches and gather colorful natural materials to intertwine with yarn.
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  • Elling (Film Screening)
    Elling (Film Screening)
    Sun, Jun 15
    Join us for a screening of Elling, a Norwegian Black comedy film the centers around the main character, Elling a man in his 40s with generalized anxiety, and his struggle to function normally in society.
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  • Nordic Knitting Circle (Tuesday Afternoon)
    Nordic Knitting Circle (Tuesday Afternoon)
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Jun 17
    Come get your craft on with Nordic Knitting Circle! Bring a project you are working on. All levels welcome.
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  • Coil Basket Workshop
    Coil Basket Workshop
    Thu, Jun 19
    Discovery the art of coil basketry in this beginner-friendly class!
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  • Birdhouse Decorating
    Birdhouse Decorating
    Sat, Jun 21
    Come decorate reclaimed-wood birdhouses using recycled paint and a smorgasbord of colorful, surprising reuse materials!
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  • Danish Conversation Group (Afternoon)
    Danish Conversation Group (Afternoon)
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Jun 23
    Come practice your Danish! All welcome from beginners to experts.
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  • Norwegian Conversation Group
    Norwegian Conversation Group
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Jun 23
    Come practice your Norwegian! All welcome from beginners to experts.
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  • Summer Flower Crown Making
    Summer Flower Crown Making
    Tue, Jun 24
    In this class you'll learn how to make the traditional Scandinavian-style flower crown!
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  • Oregon Midsummer Festival
    Oregon Midsummer Festival
    Fri, Jun 27
    Decorate the Midsummer pole and make flower crowns, watch live music and performers, indulge in Nordic summer delicacies, play games and make crafts, shop vendors, experience Vikings, and enjoy - this is Midsummer!
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  • Oregon Midsummer Festival
    Oregon Midsummer Festival
    Sat, Jun 28
    Decorate the Midsummer pole and make flower crowns, watch live music and performers, indulge in Nordic summer delicacies, play games and make crafts, shop vendors, experience Vikings, and enjoy - this is Midsummer!
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  • Nordic Paint and Sip
    Nordic Paint and Sip
    Sun, Jun 29
    Join us for a special evening at Nordic Northwest as local artist Joel Henriques leads a Nordic-Themed Paint & Sip! Let your creativity flow as Joel guides you through painting a stunning Nordic-inspired scene, drawing on the majestic beauty of Scandinavian and folklore.
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  • Nordic Knitting Circle (Monday Evening)
    Nordic Knitting Circle (Monday Evening)
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Jul 07
    Come get your craft on with Nordic Knitting Circle! Bring a project you are working on. All levels welcome.
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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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  • 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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  • Family Papermaking Workshop
    Family Papermaking Workshop
    Sat, Aug 09
    Nordic countries are known for their beautiful paper crafts, including handmade paper. They’re also known for sustainability and recycling. In this workshop, you will do both, by learning how to make your own paper out of scraps!
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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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