Celebrating 150 Years of Ole Rølvaag

Celebrating 150 Years of Ole Rølvaag

Join us for a special commemorative event honoring the 150th anniversary of the birth of legendary author and St. Olaf educator, Ole Rølvaag.

Presented by the Norwegian American Historical Association (NAHA) and the St. Olaf Norwegian Department, this event features research and insights from the students of NORWEGIAN 373: America Fever. Come discover who Rølvaag was, the "fever" that brought him to America, and why St. Olaf Library proudly bears his name.

Tuesday, April 21

• In-Person Celebration: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Rølvaag Library

• Virtual Session: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Online via Zoom

Explore the life and legacy of a giant in Norwegian-American history. Whether you join us in the library stacks or from your own screen, we look forward to celebrating this milestone with you.

Registration is needed for the virtual event only.