• Enduring Heritage, Contemporary Culture

    Inspiring learning, connection and culture exchange with Norway.

  • Join us in Norway!

    Join the ladies of Lakselaget on an exciting nine-day trip to Norway organized by Borton Overseas Travel!

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  • Scholarship Impact

    Since our founding, we’ve given out 70 scholarships and counting!

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  • Time to celebrate!

    Lakselaget’s silver jubilee is in 2027 – and we’re planning something extra special.

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LAKSELAGET

(pronounced LAKS-eh-lag-et)

Lakselaget brings together a professional network of women who share an interest in Norwegian culture and the values of learning, heritage, community, empowerment and opportunity. Through cultural programs and educational scholarships, we’re dedicated to continuing to strengthen the connection between Minnesota and Norway.

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Monthly Luncheon

Lakselaget meets the first Saturday of each month October through May (unless otherwise noted) to network, mentor, eat salmon, and receive information from a variety of noteworthy speakers. Topics range from the arts to health, to history, to sports, to heritage and beyond.

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Purchase the Lakselaget Brooch or Ornament for Christmas

*Lakselaget Brooch (Members Only) *Lakselaget Brooch (Members Only)
*Lakselaget Brooch (Members Only)
$80.00

  • Pewter, forged by Tinn-Per in Hønefoss, Norway

  • Members can purchase the brooch or the ornament while supplies last — preorders preferred

  • Ornament includes ribbon

  • Pick up at the December 5th meeting

*Lakselaget Ornament *Lakselaget Ornament
*Lakselaget Ornament
$40.00

Women proudly swimming against the current in celebration of Norwegian heritage and inspired learning since 2002.

Women proudly swimming against the current in celebration of Norwegian heritage and inspired learning since 2002.

Women proudly swimming against the current in celebration of Norwegian heritage and inspired learning since 2002.

Women proudly swimming against the current in celebration of Norwegian heritage and inspired learning since 2002. Women proudly swimming against the current in celebration of Norwegian heritage and inspired learning since 2002. Women proudly swimming against the current in celebration of Norwegian heritage and inspired learning since 2002.