Nordic Northwest is a nonprofit organization focused on the five Nordic nations: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. Its mission is to highlight, honor, educate, communicate, promote, and celebrate Nordic culture and traditions, both ancestral and contemporary. The organization provides value to its members by developing and making available rich, authentic, and forward-looking Nordic cultural and educational programming. Visitors to Nordic Northwest have described it as a peaceful, little park with a remarkable troll sculpture that is worth a visit. The organization also operates a restaurant that offers a touch of true Scandia experience, with good breakfast options. While the restaurant can be busy at times, it is considered a positive reflection of its popularity. Overall, Nordic Northwest is seen as a valuable link to Nordic history and a source of cultural magic close to home.
Great Scandinavian food, small shop, and fun schedule of activities that promote and enhance Nordic culture.
May 2026
Penny Portland says: Take time for a trip to the land of Nordic culture. Why? Because it's right here in Portland Oregon. Creative culinary food inspired from you know where, and geeze, while you are waiting to be seated, take in the Art.
April 2026
Great place to go. Hang out, walk around. It's beautiful grounds
