Life in general...... How Geography Shaped Norwegian Family Histories November 4, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 740 Views 0 Comments When we explore Norwegian family histories, we are not simply tracing names and dates — we are unearthing stories deeplyShare this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Soothing Saturday Soothing Saturday: The Long and Winding Road October 31, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 680 Views 2 Comments This summer, Inger Lise and I took our “new” old campervan from Molde to Mandal. There were mountains, cows, laughter,Share this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Friday finds Friday finds – Week 44 2025 October 31, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 460 Views 0 Comments Join me for this week’s Friday Finds — a small discovery from the world of genealogy, history, and Norway’s pastShare this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Norwegian Sources Archival institutions in Norway October 28, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 1040 Views 3 Comments I often receive questions from readers about archival institutions in Norway. Here is an attempt to make a list asShare this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Life in general...... Soothing Saturday: Two New Leaves on the Family Tree October 25, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 996 Views 1 Comment Last November, my family tree sprouted two beautiful new leaves — twin grandchildren, Safina Cora and Cayde Roe. Becoming “Grandpa”Share this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Friday finds Friday finds: Week 43 – 2025 October 24, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 573 Views 0 Comments Friday Finds is back with a collection of links that are mostly, but not always, related to Norway or genealogy.Share this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Norwegian Sources Bygdebøker Available Online (Outside the National Library) October 21, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 2486 Views 4 Comments This is a curated list of Norwegian bygdebøker (local history and genealogy books) that are freely available online outside theShare this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Getting started / Your first steps Exploring Genealogy: Essential Sources for Tracing Your Family History October 20, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 683 Views 0 Comments In this article, we’ll explore various sources for genealogy research, including online databases, archives, and community resources.Share this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Places to visit How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Norway October 18, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 729 Views 0 Comments Norway is a land of soaring fjords, shimmering glaciers, and charming coastal towns — a destination that feels both ancientShare this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
Software & note-taking Best genealogy software in 2025 — a practical comparison October 14, 2025 Martin Roe Eidhammer 13407 Views 6 Comments Building a family tree is part detective work, part storytelling — and the software or service we choose affects howShare this:Tweet Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit More Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Share on TumblrLike this:Like Loading... Read More
