Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Norwegian Genealogy and then some

Norwegian genealogy guidance for English-speaking descendants—sources, methods, and real case work.

Norwegian Genealogy and then some
The Three Kings’ Candle: A Norwegian Christmas Closure
Life in general......

The Three Kings’ Candle: A Norwegian Christmas Closure

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In Norway, as the Christmas season draws to a gentle close, a humble yet meaningful ritual remains: the lighting of

52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks – Turning Research Into Stories
52 ancestors in 52 weeks

52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks – Turning Research Into Stories

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A Year on Facebook: Turning Posts into Family History
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A Year on Facebook: Turning Posts into Family History

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Christmas Gifts from the Archives: Year-End Research Projects
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Christmas Gifts from the Archives: Year-End Research Projects

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Christmas In Norway Jul i Norge Norwegian Christmas Traditions, Food and Culture Documentary
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Christmas In Norway Jul i Norge Norwegian Christmas Traditions, Food and Culture Documentary

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What is a «bygdebok»?
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What is a «bygdebok»?

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Church book chronology
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Church book chronology

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Troublesome widows and widowers
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Troublesome widows and widowers

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Getting started / Your first steps

Exploring Genealogy: Essential Sources for Tracing Your Family History

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In this article, we’ll explore various sources for genealogy research, including online databases, archives, and community resources.

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Life in general......

By train along the fjord coast of Norway | DW Documentary

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Northern Norway in June: Fjords and mountains bathed in the light of the midnight sun. The Norwegian Nordland Railway runs

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Software & note-taking

Best genealogy software in 2025 — a practical comparison

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Building a family tree is part detective work, part storytelling — and the software or service we choose affects how

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History

The 200th Anniversary of Norwegian Emigration to America

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In 2025, Norway and the Norwegian-American community commemorate two centuries since the first organized group of Norwegian emigrants departed for

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Getting started / Your first steps

Starting Up with Genealogy: Tracing the Threads of Family History

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Genealogy, the study and tracing of family lineages, has become an increasingly popular pursuit. The appeal is easy to understand:

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