restauration

200th Anniversary Celebration of Norwegian Immigration to the US

Join us on Pier 16 as we welcome the historic ship Restauration - FREE FOR ALL!

BICENTENNIAL PROGRAM OCT 9

In the presence of H.R.H. Crown Prince Haakon of Norway

Experience the richness of Norwegian cultural heritage and the spirit of modern Norway as we welcome the ship “Restauration” - echoing a historic journey.

ON PIER 16

11AM: CULTURE WALK

Literature, music, cultural actors, food samples, historic exhibitions

11:30AM: RESTAURATION ARRIVES

11:50AM-12:40PM: STAGE PROGRAM

Speech by the Crown Prince, Astrid S and Ragnhild Hemsing Trio performs

12:40-2PM: CULTURE WALK CONTINUES

Meet and greet the Restauration Crew

BY PIER 16

1-2PM: CHILDRENS READING SESSIONS

@ Tall Ship Wavertree

1-2PM: NORWEGIAN LITERATURE PANEL

@ McNally Jackson Seaport

 

This is a free event, no registration needed.