Celebrate Leif Ericson Day 2011 With Us!

Leif Ericson Day (October 9th) is Sunday this year!

Each year, we select a featured Scandinavian country - this year is Iceland. We hope that you will mark your calendars and plan to attend one or both of our festivities, and bring a friend, a relative or a neighbor. This cultural observance is open to all nationalities, as we celebrate the historical fact that "Leif Landed First".

FREE Annual Ceremony in Marcus Hook
At 11:30am our celebration begins at Market Square Memorial Park in Marcus Hook, PA. We will introduce our honored guests, read the proclamations from the President of the United States, the Governor of Pennsylvania, and listen inspirational words from keynote speakers. At the conclusion of this ceremony, a wreath symbolizing the encampment at Vinland, will be dedicated in honor of the life and accomplishments of Leif Ericson.

For printable directions to the Market Square Memorial Park, click here.

Luncheon Banquet
At 2:00pm, please join us at the annual Leif Ericson Day banquet held at the Holiday Inn Select on Naaman's Road. This is a great time to mingle with old friends, enjoy a good meal, listen to words from guest speakers, see our display of Viking artifacts, and hear news of our famous traveling Viking Ship Norseman. If you have questions, please contact Joe Jeantet.

If you would like more information, please contact event chairman Joe Jeantet.