Days Until Leif Erikson Day
About Leif Erikson Day
Leif Erikson Day honors the Viking explorer who reached North America around 1000 AD
📚 Interesting Facts
Leif Erikson Day honors the Viking explorer who reached North America around 1000 AD
Erikson arrived in North America nearly 500 years before Christopher Columbus
He established a settlement called 'Vinland,' believed to be in Newfoundland
The day was first observed in 1964 when President Johnson proclaimed it
Many Scandinavian-Americans celebrate their heritage on this day
🎊 Traditions & Celebrations
Celebrating Nordic culture and Viking history
Learning about Norse exploration and mythology
Attending Scandinavian cultural festivals and events
Exploring Viking artifacts and historical sites
Honoring Scandinavian-American heritage and contributions
📜 Historical Events on This Day
Leif Erikson reached North America
Archaeological evidence of Viking settlement found in L'Anse aux Meadows
Congress authorized Leif Erikson Day
Wisconsin recognized Leif Erikson Day first
1000th anniversary commemorations
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