Follow the Sloopers' journey, starting with an appetizer of herring and hardtack, staples that sustained them on the boat. An aquavit toast will be offered. The main course, Chicken Madeira, reminds us of their stay on the island of Madeira. Finally, a cheesecake parfait brings us to New York City!

Thursday, October 9

Crossings Commemoration Dinner & Program

Let's gather to honor and remember the historical crossings that have shaped our community at the Crossings Commemoration Dinner & Program!

By Seattle-Bergen Sister City Association

Date and time

Location

Leif Erikson Hall

2245 Northwest 57th Street Seattle, WA 98107

Refund Policy

No refunds

About this event

Crossings Commemoration Dinner

Come join us for a special evening at the Leif Erikson Hall as we commemorate the historical crossings that have shaped our community.

Join Sons of Norway Leif Erikson Lodge, the Norwegian Commercial Club, and the Seattle-Bergen Sister City Association on October 9, Leif Erikson Day, the same date 53 Norwegians arrived in New York City Harbor from Stavanger on the sloop Restauration 200 years ago.

This festive evening includes a full-course “Slooper-inspired” Chicken Madeira dinner (vegetarian option available) by On Safari Foods, a signature welcome drink, wine service, and a no-host bar. Refreshing non-alcoholic options offered.

There will be live entertainment with star fiddler Rachel Nesvig and friends, a special Crossings program with highlights from the reenacted voyage of the Restauration, and a Norwegian-themed silent auction. With a roster of distinguished guests in attendance, it will be an evening to remember!

Through the generosity of our sponsoring organizations, the cost for this special event is $65

Purchase your tickets here on Eventbrite, or mail a check payable to SBSCA to Leif Erikson Lodge at the event address listed above. For more information, email info@seattle-bergen.org.

Organized by

Seattle-Bergen Sister City Association

Seattle's sister city Bergen is Norway's second largest city with a population of about 272,000 and is a cosmopolitan center of trade, finance, shipping, oil production, fishing, research, and education. The city is famous for the Bergen International Festival of music and arts and has a major university and several internationally recognized research institutions. Bergen, a city of seven mountains and gateway to the fjords and Europe, shares many ties with Seattle, a city of seven hills and gateway to Alaska and Asia.