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MISSION

Nordic Northwest is the home for discovering and sharing Nordic culture for the enjoyment and enrichment of the Pacific Northwest community.

Upcoming Events

  • Little Known Places to Visit in Norway
    Little Known Places to Visit in Norway
    Wed, Feb 25
    This talk highlights smaller, lesser-known places in Norway to travel, such as Engeløya in Northern Norway, the village of Bjordal along the Sognefjord, and Snertingdal itself—home to the bridge said to have inspired The Three Billy Goats Gruff.
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  • Kalevala: Finnish Cultural Day
    Kalevala: Finnish Cultural Day
    Sun, Mar 01
    The Portland Finnish School, Finlandia Foundation Columbia-Pacific Chapter, and Nordic Northwest invite you to a special community event celebrating Finnish culture and storytelling.
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  • Weekly & Bi-Weekly Groups: Dancing, Nordic Knitting Circle, and Language Conversation
    Weekly & Bi-Weekly Groups: Dancing, Nordic Knitting Circle, and Language Conversation
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Mar 02
    View the schedules for our weekly and bi-weekly language conversation groups, Nordic Knitting Circle, and the
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  • The Teachers' Defiance
    The Teachers' Defiance
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Mar 06
    The remarkable true story of Norwegian teachers’ resistance to the Nazis.
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  • Fungi Film Fest 2025 Winners Screening
    Fungi Film Fest 2025 Winners Screening
    Sun, Mar 08
    Join us for a screening of the 2025 winners, including Lavsang: Song of the Lichens a short film by HC Gilje from Norway.
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  • Heirlooms, Artifacts, and Objects: How Museums Build and Use Their Collection
    Heirlooms, Artifacts, and Objects: How Museums Build and Use Their Collection
    Wed, Mar 11
    Join us for this special moderated panel discussion with four museum curators who will talk about all things art, antique, and object collecting.
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  • Fogelbo Tours
    Fogelbo Tours
    Fri, Mar 13
    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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  • Kids Viking Knitting with a Lucet Fork
    Kids Viking Knitting with a Lucet Fork
    Sat, Mar 14
    Get ready to weave like a Viking! In this hands‑on lucet weaving class, kids will discover how to use a cool, two‑pronged tool called a lucet, just like the ones used in Medieval times
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  • Danish Book Club
    Danish Book Club
    Wed, Mar 18
    Dive into stories of love, resistance, identity, and quiet melancholy through the works of Bent Haller, Knud Sønderborg, and Helle Helle, and more.
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  • Beginning Nordic Band Weaving on a Band Heddle
    Beginning Nordic Band Weaving on a Band Heddle
    Sat, Mar 21
    Explore the beautiful yet utilitarian world of band weaving with Scandinavian weaver, textile artist, and craft instructor, Caroline Feyling.
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  • Nordic Coffee Hour Hosted by Skandia Lodge
    Nordic Coffee Hour Hosted by Skandia Lodge
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Mar 24
    Come meet new friends, catch up with old ones, and enjoy coffee and treats!
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  • Nordic Nights 2026
    Nordic Nights 2026
    Fri, Apr 03
    Spend the evening in good company with fine wine, Nordic cuisine, and a curated auction experience, while supporting the continued growth of Nordic Northwest and its mission.
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  • Papercut Greeting Cards
    Papercut Greeting Cards
    Sat, Apr 04
    Join us for a fun and creative workshop where we'll craft beautiful, Nordic design-inspired greeting cards!
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  • Nordic Game Night
    Nordic Game Night
    Thu, Apr 09
    Join us for a cozy and captivating evening of board gaming inspired by Nordic culture. From Viking sagas and snowy landscapes to clever strategy and elegant design, this special game night highlights titles that capture the spirit of the North. Sponsored by Gongaii Games.
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  • Bunad and Bandweaving: A Nordic Folk Art Journey
    Bunad and Bandweaving: A Nordic Folk Art Journey
    Fri, Apr 10
    From sewing her first Norwegian folk costume in her college apartment to researching historic textiles abroad, Caroline Feyling traces a path shaped by curiosity, tradition, and countless hours at the loom.
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  • Nordic Pickup Band Weaving: Two-Day Workshop
    Nordic Pickup Band Weaving: Two-Day Workshop
    Sat, Apr 11
    Explore the beautiful yet utilitarian world of band weaving with Scandinavian weaver, textile artist, and craft instructor, Caroline Feyling. Over the course of two days, students will learn to weave patterned bands backstrap style on a grindvev (band heddle).
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  • Rune Woodworking Workshop
    Rune Woodworking Workshop
    Sun, Apr 19
    Discover the history and meaning of the Norse runic alphabet in this hands-on workshop. Participants will learn how runes evolved from the pre-Viking Age to the Viking Age, then compose a short phrase using runic writing.
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  • Norwegian Tablet Weaving Telemark Style
    Norwegian Tablet Weaving Telemark Style
    Sat, May 02
    Delve into the beautiful tradition of Telemark style tablet weaving with Scandinavian weaver, textile artist, and craft instructor, Caroline Feyling.
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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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