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Norwegian Crown Prince Haakon marks 200 years of organized emigration to the US
The visit includes community events and an honorary doctorate to strengthen U.S.-Norway ties, marking the ninth royal visit since 1939, organizers said.
- Norwegian Crown Prince Haakon will visit Decorah, Iowa on Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, as part of his U.S. tour commemorating 200 years since the start of organized immigration from Norway.
- This visit reflects a broader effort by the crown prince to honor historic migration and strengthen ties between Norway and American communities with Scandinavian heritage.
- The scheduled events in Decorah include a Vesterheim Museum street festival, a ceremony dedicating the Royal Family Samlingshall, and a convocation at Luther College featuring music and special remarks.
- Luther College, established in 1861 by settlers from Norway, honored the crown prince with an honorary degree recognizing his commitment to advancing human rights, promoting environmental stewardship, and fostering strong connections between the United States and Norway.
- The commemoration highlights the enduring bond across generations and oceans, as Crown Prince Haakon said, “Stories that remind us who we are and who we aspire to be.
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Norway's Crown Prince Haakon visits Decorah - Radio Iowa
A member of Norway’s royal family has visited northeast Iowa to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the first organized migration from Norway to the United States. Crown Prince Haakon’s visit to Decorah today included a tour of the Vesterheim Norwegian-American museum and a ceremony at Luther College. During remarks at the college, the crown prince […]
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