A historical overview of Norwegian emigration to America, from 1825 to today
Explore the Norwegian emigration to America though interactive digital and physical experiences. On these pages you will find a digital game about the crossing of the Atlantic, an exhibition about the emigration, which also has space for local histories and education packages that include both assignments and games.
Delve into your identity and gain an appreciation of shared humanity across time and space through the stories of Norwegian emigrants.
The project’s goal is to deepen the audience’s understanding of the complexities of historical immigration, providing valuable insights for contemporary discussions on the topic. All content is available in both Norwegian and English, free of charge, and published under an open license.
The Great Emigration exhibition consists of a series of general posters that explore the topic of Norwegian emigration from 1825 to the present day. In addition, you have the option to create your own local poster (template provided) and add to the exhibition with an interactive game.
All files and further information are available via the button below.
Hands Across the Sea is a visual novel, a digital game where your choices drive the story. Step into the shoes of a young Norwegian emigrant and embark on the voyage across the Atlantic to America.
Emigrating to America is a classroom board game that simulates the historical experience of emigrating from Norway to America, highlighting the many challenges emigrants faced.
“Hands Across the Sea” is a visual novel, a digital game where your choices drive the story. Step into the shoes of a young Norwegian emigrant and embark on the voyage across the Atlantic to America.
“Emigrating to America” is a classroom board game that simulates the historical experience of emigrating from Norway to America, highlighting the many challenges emigrants faced.
“What’s Your Immigrant Story?” is an interactive exhibition game designed like a personality quiz. Move through the posters and answer questions to discover what profession you might have had as a Norwegian immigrant in America.