Norwegian Statehood Pioneer Project 
Recognizing Individual Pioneers
During Minnesota's Sesquicentennial in 2008, the pioneer
recognition program allowed proud descendants to order either a plaque or a
certificate to honor their Minnesota Norwegian Pioneer. Over 450 descendants
of Statehood Pioneers (who lived in Minnesota when it became a state) and
Century Pioneers (who lived in Minnesota before 1908) used the opportunity
to honor their Norwegian ancestor during the Sesquicentennial.
Because of its popularity, a new edition of the Norwegian Pioneer
Certificate is now available for descendants of Norwegians who lived in
Minnesota prior to 1920. The cost is just $10. Click on the
"Pioneer Certificate" link to learn more about it!
