Norway Heritage – A New Chapter
Nearly 30 years after its launch in 1997, Norway Heritage has entered a new chapter with a completely rebuilt website. Our historical collections have been preserved and reorganized, with improved search tools, easier navigation, and a modern design. The new platform provides a solid foundation for the continued development of Norway Heritage as a resource for genealogical and historical research.
Explore Emigrant Ships and Norwegian Emigration History
Find a ship
The Emigrant Ship Database contains information about ships involved in European emigration.
Atlantic crossings
Search for ships crossing the Atlantic within a chosen date range. Currently covers transatlantic crossings from 1870 to 1905
Image gallery
Search photos and images from ships, ports, and emigrant life.
Norwegian departures 1825-1925
Year-by-year departure listings. Find ships that departed from Norway with emigrants in a specific year.
Norwegian Passenger Lists
Search passenger lists (1825-1875)
Ulvestad's Norwegians in America Database
Search the Ulvestad database of Norwegians in America. Currently limited to chapters with surnames beginning with A–L and S.
Norwegian Settlements in the United States and Canada
Search for people, places, or topics in Norwegian Settlements in the United States and Canada.
Articles on Emigration, ships and the Atlantic Crossing
In-depth articles on maritime and emigration history.
Norwegian Emigration Agents
The agents who arranged emigrant journeys.
Norway Heritage Forum
Discuss history and genealogy with other members.
Shipping Lines & Owners
Search by name, place or country
The Transatlantic Crossing
This series of articles explores the transatlantic journey of Norwegian emigrants, 1825–1925.
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