A Vibrant Community,
Rich in Tradition.
Sons of Norway was organized as a fraternal benefit society by 18 Norwegian immigrants in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on January 16, 1895.
The purposes and goals of the Founders were to protect members of Sons of Norway and their families from the financial hardships experienced during times of sickness or death in the family. Over time, the mission of Sons of Norway has expanded to include the preservation of Norwegian heritage and culture in our Society. We have grown since our beginning and are now the largest Norwegian organization outside Norway.
Sons of Norway members in Minnesota in 1925.
Families dressed in traditional Norwegian bunads wait to greet Norway’s Crown Prince Haakon outside Norway House in Minneapolis.
Photo: Kerem Yücel | MPR News
A Community Dedicated to our Families, Members, and making a Difference in the World around Us.
Together we celebrate the heritage and culture of Norway, while offering our members the protection of solid financial products and services.
The mission of Sons of Norway is to provide quality insurance and financial products to our members, promote and preserve the heritage and culture of Norway, and celebrate our relationship with other Nordic countries.
What Sons of Norway offer
Serving members with financial, fraternal, and philanthropic offerings is part of our ongoing mission – but what exactly does that mean? Get an overview of the benefits we offer our members.
Financial Products
Members get access to one-on-one financial advice, as well as financial products that are specifically designed to help you reach your goals and secure your future.
Fraternal Community
Members have enjoyed celebrating the heritage, culture and caring values of Norway though Sons of Norway membership for over 130 years. Peer Gynt was, as our logo suggests, established all the way back in 1911. We know community, and we know tradition.
Foundation
At the Sons of Norway Foundation, we are driven by a sense of purpose: to celebrate Nordic culture and heritage through scholarships and grants to our members and communities.
Join Peer Gynt LA now to enjoy the benefits of membership, including travel discounts, cultural experiences, financial protection products, community service and more: