Giants of the Earth Heritage Center

Living Stories, Lasting Connections

Giants of the Earth Heritage Center is where stories live on.

Spring Grove was the first stop for many Norwegian settlers, a place where new beginnings took root and where community has always meant more than geography. Today, we keep that spirit alive through family history, oral recordings, exhibits, and cultural programs that connect the past with life today. Every project helps both longtime residents and newcomers feel part of one continuing story.

Our focus is simple but powerful: honoring the giants of our past to keep Spring Grove’s story alive today.

Through our ongoing programs, we:

• Record and preserve oral histories before they are lost
• Support genealogy and DNA discovery that connects families across continents
• Exhibit local history and culture through displays and storytelling events
• Provide educational programs like 6th Grade Academy and Norwegian Ridge Language and Culture Camp
• Host community gatherings that celebrate belonging and identity

Together, these efforts ensure the voices, images, and traditions of Norwegian Ridge remain a living presence for generations to come.

We envision a community where the stories of pioneers, immigrants, and families continue to guide us, reminding us that heritage is not only about what we inherit, but about what we choose to carry forward.

Your gift this Give to the Max Day helps preserve those voices and keep the heart of Spring Grove beating strong through the stories that unite us all.

Give today to keep Spring Grove’s story alive.