Daughters of Norway

Portland, Oregon

Uniting into a sisterhood
women who wish to preserve Norwegian heritage
by maintaining a knowledge of the history, culture and language of Norway
and building a strong support system and bond of friendship.


Welcome to Frida Hansen Lodge 37!

Our activities

  • Arts and crafts: knitting, weaving, rosemaling, and embroidery

  • Opportunities to learn Hardanger embroidery, baking and more

  • Norwegian music and dance

  • Language learning, including Norwegian bingo

  • Cultural events, holidays and celebrations

  • Scandinavian author talks

  • National dress (bunad) and sΓΈlje jewelry presentations

  • Genealogy assistance

  • Scandinavian folklore, native people, and history

  • Traveling to Norway

  • Volunteering and fundraising for local charities and youth organizations

  • Our elegant Torsk Cod Dinner in March

Our Meetings

The Frida Hansen lodge #37 meets on the first Saturday of the month from 10:00 am to noon. We break in July and August.

Learn more about our upcoming meetings here

Come meet us for coffee and snacks at Nordia House. We are hosting the Nordic Coffee Hour on Tuesday March 25 from 10-11:30am.