Welcome to the
Valdres Samband

The Valdres Samband is an organization of descendants of immigrants to the U.S. and Canada from the Valdres Valley of Innlandet Region (formerly Oppland County) in Norway as well as those interested in the region’s history and culture. Explore our website and find out how we can help you explore your Valdres heritage
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The Oldest Bygdelag
Established in 1899

The Samband was formed by our Norwegian immigrant ancestors in 1899 and continues to be active in sharing history, culture and genealogy with our members
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Open Membership

Our bygdelag is open for membership to anyone with an interest in Norwegian heritage and the Valdres Valley in particular.
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About Our Lag

Our bygdelag was founded in 1899 and brings together hundreds of members intersted in history, genealogy and culture of Valdres and Norway.

Genealogy

Let us help you research your Valdres ancestors. Members can access a database of 20,000 Valdres ancestors.

Membership

Memberships start at only $18 per year. Join today for newsletters and genealogy database access.

Recent Blog Posts

  • Churches

    Hore (Hurum) Restoration

    by mvweis

    It was a festive occasion in the highest degree for all of Valdres and especially or the congregation of Hore church, when that was dedicated June 14-15. The occasion marked …