Tag: Norway
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Viking Helmets: Did They Have Horns?
Viking Helmets are often depicted as having horns. Where did this historical inaccuracy come from?
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The Sad History of Tjernagelhaugen (the Sword Nail Cairn)
Tjernagelshaugen, or Sword Nail Cairn, stood for over 3,000 years before it was replaced in 1983 with a short-lived shortwave radio tower.
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Norse Mythology Behind the Northern Lights
Review some of the fascinating Norse mythology behind the Northern Lights, including their association with Valkyries, Bifröst, and the gods.
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How Would Norwegian Vikings Feel in Alaska?
What would Norwegian Vikings have encountered in Alaska? Would they have been comfortable on the Kenai Peninsula?
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How Museums Build Stronger Communities
Museums like Asgard Alaska strengthen communities in many ways, including economically and through improved connections between people.
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Christmas: Converting Vikings to Christianity
How was Christmas used to start converting the Vikings to Christianity? Alcohol and King Haakon the Good were both involved.
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Place Inspirations: Foteviken Museum, Ohio’s Viking Longhall
The Foteviken Museum and Ohio’s Viking Longhall are two places we draw inspiration from for our Asgard Alaska.
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Months of the Norse Calendar
The Norse calendar months were divided into two seasons: Summer and winter. Each month started on the new moon.
