Why join Sons of Norway?
You can explore Nordic heritage and culture as a member of the Sons of Norway family. Daughters, sons and friends of Norway are welcome to join. Norwegian ancestry is not required.
Members have enjoyed celebrating the heritage, culture and caring values of Norway though Sons of Norway membership for 125 years.
Viking Magazine – #1 Rated Member Benefit
From viking times to modern Norwegian innovations, read fascinating stories about Nordic traditions, history and culture. There’s something here for the whole family: Scandinavian customs, recipes, travel ideas and news—even special Just for Kids activity sheets. Viking is published exclusively for members. You also get member-only access to a library of past issues going back to 2009.
Membership
No matter how you want to celebrate Nordic heritage, culture and values, you’ll love your customized Individual or Family membership. Your options include:
- Local lodge membership. Enjoy full member benefits and lodge activities. Connect with fun, family-friendly Nordic gatherings, educational programs, and volunteer activities that make a difference—all right in your community. You’ll be welcomed with caring fellowship at any of more than 300 lodges in the USA, Canada and Norway.
- Central lodge membership. Enjoy full member benefits without local lodge activities. Central lodge members may request a transfer to a local lodge at any time.
Member Dues
Individual dues: $60 per year. Family dues: $95 per year.
Family dues include any adults age 16+ living in your household (at a single address).
Free Heritage members are children age 15 and under who are sponsored by a current member, such as a parent or grandparent. Heritage members must be related to the sponsoring Sons of Norway member, but they are not required to be part of the same household. At age 16 they have the option of joining Sons of Norway as an adult Individual member or as part of a Family membership if one exists at their address.
For 125 years, like-minded members have enjoyed celebrating Norwegian heritage and culture. Please join us! A growing community of daughters, sons and friends of Norway is ready to welcome you!