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Welcome to LEIF
Who We Are
LEIF is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the study,
education, and promotion of Leif Erikson as the first recorded European
to come to America, and of Scandinavian culture and connections between
Scandinavians and Americans.
Leif Erikson stands guard over the harbor at Trondheim, Norway. This replica of Seattle's statue was given by Scandinavian Americans to the city of Trondheim.
Photo: ©2008, Ginny Schumann.
Submit Your Name for Our Tribute to Scandinavian Immigration
Our latest project has been to raise funds for a granite base at
the foot of the Leif Erikson
statue at Shilshole Bay Marina in Seattle, Wash., as well as
13 rune stones arranged around the statue. The rune stones bear
plaques inscribed with the names of Scandinavians who chose America
as their new home.
We are still accepting names! About
850 names are already on
plaques, but there is room for more. Our goal is to put 1,300 names
on the plaques; the donation amount is $125 per name. Just print,
complete and return this
signup form with your
donation. Need more information? Here are answers to
frequently asked questions.
CONTACT:
Leif Erikson International Foundation
206-778-1081 •
206-778-1081 •