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Crossings 200: Bicentennial Commemoration of Norwegian Migration to AmericaA large effort is underway, both in Norway and North America, to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the first organized direct emigration from Norway to America in 1825. Many groups …Budstikken Article2024/10/252024-10-25 15:19:35
2024 Stevne, Minneapolis MNThe Valdres Samband 2024 Annual Stevne will be held in Minneapolis. We are celebrating our 125th anniversary of the first Stevne. We have a great lineup of speakers on both …Stevne2024/06/262024-06-26 18:17:37
Stevne 2023 Starbuck MN2023 Stevne – Starbuck MNFrom Becky Wood, Dec 2023 Our 2023 Stevne in Starbuck was a success. We had fun. We laughed; thank you David Engen! I have been told 77 people attended. The food …Stevne2023/06/262023-06-26 18:49:03
2022 Stevne Group Picture2022 Stevne – Edina MNSeptember 16, 2022 – September 17, 2022 The Valdres Samband annual Stevne is back in 2022 and will be a two day event held in Edina MN. The events will be held …Stevne2022/06/262022-06-26 19:03:57
Dating the Medieval Churches in ValdresMore Reliable Dates for the Ages of Valdres Medieval Churches by Jahn Børe Jahnsen, reprinted from the Budstikken, May 2005 As a church historian I am asked over and over …Churches2022/03/262022-03-26 03:36:47
Volbu ChurchThe old church was, of course, a Stave church and there were external galleries around the church in the 17th century.  Volbu church was devoted to St Blasius, who was …Churches2022/03/262022-03-26 03:29:57
Reinli ChurchReinli Church Origin Is Source of Legends Reprinted with permission from the Budstikken, December 1982. Before Christianity reached Valdres, the folk had their heathen gods and hov (temples) at which …Churches2022/03/262022-03-26 03:23:11
Øye Stave ChurchThe church was first built in 1125, beside Vangsmjøsa. It was inundated by spring floods which unearthed corpses buried in the surrounding churchyward, so they moved the church. In the …Churches2022/03/262022-03-26 03:15:15
The Churches of Nord AurdalUlnes, Strand, Skrautval, Aurdal, Aurdal Mountain Church, Tisleidalen, Tingnes By Jahn Børe Jahnsen There are four old churches in North Aurdal: Ulnes, Strand, Skrautvål and Aurdal. These are churches which …Churches2022/03/262022-03-26 03:03:01
Hedal Stave Church in Valdres NorwayLomen ChurchLomis Teppe Again Graces Altar in Lomen Church The Lomen church again has a Lomisteppe on the altar. Ever since the 1200’s or 1300’s such a weaving has adorned the …Churches2021/09/062021-09-06 18:14:07
Hegge Stave ChurchAdventures of Judas Statue…Tale Hangs on Altarpiece of Hegge Stave Church Judas Iscariot is fallen! That is not news. It was recorded in the Bible two thousand years ago. But …Churches2021/05/212021-05-21 02:28:06
Andrew Veblen, Samband FounderAndrew Veblen was born in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin in 1848. He was typical of second generation immigrants who learned the language and customs of their home area in Norway and …Memorials2021/05/212021-05-21 02:08:14
Valdres FaneThe Original Valdres Fane – used from 1923-1999 The Valdres Fane (our Samband banner) is on display in a prominent place at every stevne. It was presented to the Samband in …Budstikken Article2021/05/212021-05-21 01:35:44
Hedal Stave Church in Valdres NorwayHedal Stave ChurchLost for Centuries, Hedal Stave Church is Restored In all of Norway there are about two dozen stave churches and of these five are in Valdres: Hedal, Reinli, Lomen, Hegge …Churches2021/05/112021-05-11 13:56:33
Scenes from the Immigrant ExperienceBy Bruce Weaver II Emigration from Northern Europe was a subject often depicted in the illustrated newspapers and magazines of the late 19th century. The cumulative result of this fascination …Stories2021/05/102021-05-10 22:10:52
Bruflat and Etnedalby Jahn Bore Jansen The present church at Bruflat, Etnedal was inaugrated in 1750 and moved to its present site in 1774. Before this church there was a timberlog church …Churches2021/05/062021-05-06 13:32:44
Bagn Church in ValdresBagn ChurchBy Valdres standards the Bagn church is a new church, having served the community only two and one-half centuries! It was built in 1736 and was first painted with tar, …Churches2021/05/062021-05-06 13:26:39
Atlantic Steamer Crash 1852“Here Today Because of a Survival Story”An indepth look at the sinking of the Steamer Atlantic in Lake Erie in 1852 including survivors stories from various Valdres immigrants. By Bruce Weaver It started as a long-distance …Budstikken Article2021/05/062021-05-06 01:55:36
Church Books – HeadingsAn explanation of the column headings typically used in Norwegian kirkebokker (church records). Starting in 1750’s the church was required to keep all vital records including baptisms (births), marriages, confirmations, …Budstikken Article2021/03/282021-03-28 21:12:38
Lucky in LoveAs I was growing up in California, I heard about Vang i Valdres where my great grandfather grew up in the late 1800s. In 1999, I began researching my family …Budstikken Article2021/03/282021-03-28 03:04:50
2019 Stevne – Decorah IAJune 20-22, 2019 Luther College, Decorah, Iowa The Valdres Samband and the Vestlandslaget held a joint meeting at Luther College in Decorah Iowa. It was a memorable event. A quick …Stevne2019/07/012019-07-01 18:34:58
2018 Stevne – Alexandria, MNIn 2018, we held a combined Stevne with both the Valdres Samband and the Vestlandet Lag in Alexandria,Minnesota. This trip report was printed in the following issue of the Budstikken …Stevne2018/07/012018-07-01 03:56:33
2017 Stevne – Shoreview MNOur third Valdres Samband/Vestlandslag joint steve was held June 15 – 17, 2017 at the Best Western Plus in Shoreview, MN. On the 14th, the eve of the stevne, an …Stevne2017/07/012017-07-01 01:10:09
2016 Stevne – Willmar, MNJune 16 – 17 at Best Western Plus/Willmar Conference Center Article extract about Stevne from Dec 2016 issue of Budstikken. The second Valdres Samband/Vestlandslag combined stevne was held June 16 …Stevne2016/12/012016-12-01 15:01:00
2015 Stevne – St. Cloud, MNValdres Samband/Vestlandslaget Combined StevneJune 18-20, 2015Kelly Inn – St. Cloud, Minnesota The first joint stevne of Valdres Samband and Vestlandslag was held on June 18-20, 2015 at the Kelly Inn in St. Cloud, …Stevne2015/12/242015-12-24 15:51:45
2014 Stevne Group Picture2014 Stevne, Albert Lea MNGenerations Teaching Generations June 19-21, 2014 Albert Lea, Minnesota The 2014 Valdres Samband stevne will be held at the America’s Best Value Inn in Albert Lea, Minnesota.  Because of the trip …Stevne2014/07/262014-07-26 19:52:18
2013 Stevne, Willmar MN2013 Stevne Willmar MN The 2013 Valdres Samband stevne was held at the Holiday Inn & Conference Center in Willmar, Minnesota. This year’s gathering included a bus tour, seminars, traditional …Stevne2013/06/262013-06-26 19:58:54
2012 Stevne, Eau Claire WI2012 StevneStevne2012/06/272012-06-27 15:34:20
2011 Stevne, St. Cloud MN2011 Stevne Schedule Thursday, June 9th 9 AM – 5:30 PM Genealogy and Memorabilia     9 AM – 5 PM Arts, Crafts and Book Sales   Vendor List    …Stevne2011/06/272011-06-27 16:31:45
2010 Stevne, LaCrosse WI2010 Stevne Schedule of Events Thursday, June 24, 2010   Friday, June 25, 2010 8:30 AM – Noon1:30 PM – 5:00 PM Registration 8:45 AM – 5:30 PM Registration 9:00 AM …Stevne2010/06/272010-06-27 16:41:29
2009 Stevne, Plymouth, MN2009 Stevne Friday, June 19, 2009   Saturday, June 20, 2009 8:30 AM-12:30PM Registration 8:45 AM – 2:00 PM Registration 9 AM – 5:30 PM Genealogy & Memorabilia 9:00 AM …Stevne2009/06/272009-06-27 16:56:20
Narvestad’s Legacy will be RememberedBy Kathy Velde Staff writer, Published in the Granite Falls Advocate TributeThursday, November 6, 2008 4:50 PM CSTCarl and Amy Narvestad’s love of life is a legacy that will carry the …Memorials2008/11/062008-11-06 01:56:00
2008 Stevne, Austin MNHeading Title Stevne Schedule Thursday, June 26 2008 9:30 –  1:00  Registration 5:00 –  6:00 Registration 10:00 – 5:00 Genealogy & Memorabilia 10:00 – 5:00 Arts, Crafts, and Book Sales …Stevne2008/06/272008-06-27 17:01:08
Remembering Betty Rockswold – Samband GenealogistGenealogist Betty Rockswold (1922-2009) Excerpts from the article by Aaron Hanson Published in the Budstikken, May 2008 Betty was a member of the Samband for 29 years, and served as its …Memorials2008/05/012008-05-01 02:02:00
Hilda Sophie Kringstad: 1914 – 2007Hilda Sophie Kringstad, a member of the Valdres Samband for nearly 75 years, serving on the board of directors for over 45 of those years, died July 6, 2007 in …Memorials2007/12/012007-12-01 01:47:00
2007 Stevne – Decorah IAOne hundred and eight people gathered in Decorah for the 2007 Stevne.  Chaired by Michael Bergan, it offered great opportunities to savor Decorah and the one-of-a-kind Vesterheim Museum. The Hotel …Stevne2007/07/012007-07-01 14:29:00
2006 Stevne – Northfield, MNThroughout the stevne, members were treated to a wonderful display of memorabilia by the Preservation Committee.  Over $224 was raised by the sail of “gently used” NAHA publications. Stephen Wills …Stevne2006/07/012006-07-01 01:58:31
2005 Stevne – Willmar MNApproximately 135 members gathered for the 106th anniversary stevne of the Valdres Samband at the Willmar (MN) Conference Center.  David and Kari Kringstad and Diane Lerohl greeted attendees at the …Stevne2005/12/012005-12-01 01:45:00
2004 Stevne – Fargo, SDApproximately 125 members gathered for the 105th anniversary stevne of the Valdres Samband. At the registration table, one of the first things members noticed was a large banner on the …Stevne2004/12/012004-12-01 01:37:00
2003 Stevne – Eau Claire, WIWhat do you get when you mix aquavit, apricots, amd rømmegraut?  The sweet concoction that was served at the banquet on Saturday evening!  The same sweetness can be said of …Stevne2003/12/012003-12-01 01:29:00
2002 Stevne – Sioux Falls IDThe 2002 Stevne was held from June 20-22 at the Oaks Hotel and Convention Center in Sioux Falls SD.   Thursday Many Samband members participated in an afternoon tour of …Stevne2002/06/272002-06-27 18:52:32
2001 Stevne – Decorah IAReprinted with permission from December 2001 Budstikken By Aaron Hanson For only the third time in its 102 year history, the Valdres Samband held its annual stevne in Decorah, Iowa. …Stevne2001/12/012001-12-01 01:25:00
2000 Stevne – St.Cloud MNThe 101st anniversary stevne of the Valdres Samband took place in St. Cloud, Minn., from June 22-24, 2000. A total of 222 people registered for the event, and 186 signed …Stevne2000/12/012000-12-01 03:47:00
1999 Stevne, Willmar MNBy Aaron Hanson Re-printed with permission from the Budstikken, December 1999 The 100th anniversary stevne of the Valdres Samband took place in Willmar, Minnesota, from Thursday, June 10, through Saturday, …Stevne1999/06/271999-06-27 19:28:07
100 Years of StevneDates and places of the first 100 years of Valdres Samband stevner from 1899 – 1998 YearLocation YearLocation1899Minnehaha Park MN1949Minneapolis MN1900Minnehaha Park, Minneapolis MN1950Minneapolis MN1901Como Park, St. Paul MN1951Granite Falls MN1902Como …Stevne1998/07/011998-07-01 04:39:05
Hore (Hurum) RestorationIt 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 …Churches1980/12/211980-12-21 02:28:00