Mouse River Loop Genealogical Society

05/02/2026

Today we had a very interesting presentation by Dr. Daniel Ringrose from Minot State University. He spoke on the digitization of old letters and documents done at MSU; specifically a American-Norwegian family covering the years of 1909 to after WWII. It was very interesting to hear about the work going on at the university to preserve local history and make it available to researchers on-line

04/29/2026

All are welcome

04/05/2026

We enjoyed a presentation by artist Joan Varty today (April 4, 2026). She shared different styles of rosemalling and pointed out how they differ between areas in Norway. It was a very interesting program.

04/01/2026

This morning I learned about a new resource for searching digitized newspapers; it is called Newspaper Finder. You can find what newspapers have been digitized and how to access them.

Newspaper Finder is a catalog to find all newspapers that have been digitized on the internet. Whether you are a historian, genealogist, or archivist, you can explore a comprehensive collection in one place and easily find the newspapers you need.

03/20/2026

Next meeting April 4, 2026. If you have Norwegian roots you won't want to miss this meeting. All are welcome!

03/09/2026

We have some new members with interest in starting to record their family history. I suggest they start with printing the ancestral chart and family group sheet from the National Archives. Fill in as much as they can and then we can help guide them in their research. https://www.archives.gov/research/genealogy/charts-forms

03/08/2026

We had good attendance at the meeting yesterday (March 7, 2026) as 22 people came to hear the presentation on Immigration by David Leite. He showed the video, “Island of Hope and Island of Tears” and led a discussion. You can find this video on YouTube on your home computer. He also showed us how to use the Ellis Island database search form to search for our immigrant ancestors. This is a free search site. Thank you Dave for this interesting presentation. Links to these are included in the minutes which will be emailed to our members.

02/21/2026

March 7, 2026

02/09/2026

David gave a presentation on DNA and facilitated group discussion. at the February meeting.

01/29/2026

As much as we lament the decision to end the Hostfest, we need to remember to support the Swedish Midsommar Fest held every June at the Scandinavian Heritage Park. That celebration has grown from a potluck supper in the park by the Swedish Club to a three day all Scandinavian celebration. We need to support it so it doesn't come to an end. Those that plan this event have done an outstanding job and are certainly in touch with the local people's interest. Plan to attend the festival this summer.

01/18/2026

Next meeting is February 7, 2026. Hope to see you therer!

01/04/2026

Presentation at the January 3, 2026 meeting was by Linda A. Olson. Preserving The Past, the topic covered photography and genealogy. Thank you Linda! Thank you Kathy Holte for the photographs of the meeting.