What Nordic Fest Memories are Going in the Back of Your Book?

What favorite Nordic Fest memories are you writing in the back of your copy of "Nordic Fest: 50 Years Strong," or what new journeys has reading the book taken you on?

One book reader shared that a photo from the first Nordic Fest in the book reminded her of a bunad her late mother made for her. This Decorah resident wore the bunad to serve lemonade at the Porter House Museum during the first Nordic Fest, which also marked the first time the Museum grounds were open to the public. 

When this Decorah resident locates this family heirloom bunad, it will be passed on to her granddaughter, who is named in her mother's honor. Nordic Fest traditions continue on indeed!

If you still would like a copy of the "Nordic Fest: 50 Years Strong" book and DVD combination, visit the Nordic Fest website to place an online order. Orders may be placed for pickup at the Decorah Area Chamber or shipment to you. 

All project proceeds support the permanent placement and proper organization of the Nordic Fest archives with the event's 50-year partner, Vesterheim Norwegian American Museum. 

If you would like to submit your favorite Nordic Fest memories for a future guest blog post here, please comment below or email nordic fest 50 at gmail dot com.