Known for its 10,000 lakes, visit Minnesota and see for yourself where Icelanders have settled over the last 150 years. Arriving in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul in time for their summer festival – the Aquatennial, you will be able to join in activities with Icelanders and their descendents as well as participate in programs designed to bring alive the culture and history of this state.


A trip to Minnesota is not complete without traveling to southern Minneota to visit this farming community once settled by Icelanders and the home of Minnesota author Bill Holm. Finally explore Duluth and the northern regions of the state where Icelandic communities have also thrived.