Live from New York: The Norwegian Ship Arrives After a Historic Journey
Join FamilySearch live from New York as we welcome the Restauration ship after its transatlantic voyage, commemorating 200 years of Norwegian migration to America. We’ll capture the sloop’s arrival and celebrate the legacy of family, heritage, and the enduring spirit of those who crossed oceans to build new lives.
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Live from Norway: Ship Retraces 1825 Emigration Journey to America
Join FamilySearch live from the Norwegian coast as we commemorate the Crossings 200th anniversary of the Restauration ship's historic voyage—the first organized emigration from Norway to America in 1825. This special event features a full-scale replica of the original sloop setting sail once again, honoring the 52 brave passengers who crossed the Atlantic in search of religious freedom and new opportunities.You'll hear from modern-day voyagers who will be sailing on the replica ship, many of whom have personal ties to the original emigrants. Through their stories, we'll explore the powerful legacy of nearly 900,000 Norwegians who followed over the next century—and the nearly 5 million North Americans today who trace their roots back to Norway.
Norwegian Emigration and Immigration
This class is designed to help patrons locate Norwegian immigrants with their place of origin and also locate them in the emigration records of Norway.
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