NORDIC HERITAGE MUSEUM

SEATTLE, WA

The Nordic Heritage Museum is located in the Ballard neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. It was founded in 1980 by a group of Nordic immigrants and their descendants who wanted to preserve and celebrate the history and culture of the Nordic countries. The museum's permanent collection includes over 77,000 objects, including textiles, photographs, furniture, and artwork, representing the five Nordic countries - Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden.

The museum's exhibits explore the history and culture of the Nordic peoples, including their art, language, literature, music, and mythology. Visitors can learn about the Viking Age, the Sami people of Lapland, and the traditions of Midsummer and Christmas. The museum also hosts a variety of events and programs, including concerts, lectures, and Nordic craft workshops.

In 2018, the museum moved into a new, state-of-the-art building that allows for expanded exhibition space and improved facilities for visitors. The new building features a soaring atrium, a research library, a gift shop, and a café serving Nordic-inspired cuisine.

Overall, the Nordic Heritage Museum is a vibrant and informative institution that celebrates the rich and diverse cultural heritage of the Nordic countries. Visitors of all ages and backgrounds are sure to find something of interest and value within its walls.

NORDIC HERITAGE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in SEATTLE WA. US MID #8405300059

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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NORDIC HERITAGE MUSEUM
3014 NW 67TH STREET
SEATTLE
WA
98117

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