Aloha from Forgotten Norwegians in Hawaii (Book Excerpts)

His father was killed the day he was born! That is how life began for the boy named Scott. His last name is Stone—after his father—but at one time the name was Steen or Stein,…

Several Norwegians have moved to Hawaii because of the climate. However, Robert Iverson had other reasons. He was stationed there as a colonel in the U.S. Air Force. He and his wife enjoyed life in…

Not only does William E. Trimingham know a lot about his own family background, but he has also learned much about the history of the other Norwegian families on Hawaii. In 2000 he published these…

Tearfully singing hymns in Bragernes Prayer Chapel, family and friends said their goodbyes to a large group of young people who were leaving to try their luck on a far away island that they probably…

He used to stutter so badly that his wife had to answer the phone. Now he is the administrative manager for a singer and talks on the phone to people all over the world. 
Ivar…

She received quite a shock, which led to a fantastic experience in Norway. Now she has returned to everyday life on Maui. 
Ina Karen Ihu (nee Olsen), called Kikki among friends, admits that she was…

The family that now owns and operates Waimea Plantation Cottages, a vacation resort on Kauai, are the descendants of Hans Peter Faye. 

Hans Peter, brother of Caroline L’Orange, came to Hawaii in 1880. He first…

Audun Davik from Bremanger could easily be the official Norwegian Guide in Hawaii. It is truly amazing how much he knows about the islands and people, even though he has only been a permanent resident…