Name/Title
BookEntry/Object ID
2024.10.6Description
A small, green book with a plastic red comb binding that contains the order of business as well as instructions for initiation and funeral ceremonies for meetings of the Independent Order of Vikings.Context
Established in 1891 to provide a community for Swedish working-class men in Chicago, the Independent Order of Vikings offered members health insurance, promoted self-improvement, and celebrated Swedish culture and Norse mythology.
In 1904, Swedish-American women began their own Order, which they disbanded when women were allowed full membership in the original order in 1933. Today, the Independent Order of Vikings still has lodges across the U.S. celebrating Scandinavian heritage and culture.Acquisition
Accession
2024.10Source or Donor
Jeffrey BensonAcquisition Method
DonationCredit Line
Gift of Jeffrey BensonLexicon
LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials
Fraternal organizations, Organizations, Initiation rites, Funeral rites & ceremonies, Memorial servicesSearch Terms
Independent Order of Vikings, Men--Societies and clubsPublication Details
Publication Type
BookAuthor
Independent Order of VikingsDate Published
1947Time Period
20th CenturyPrinter
Bloom Printing CompanyRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Independent Order of VikingsRelated Places
Place
City
ChicagoState/Province
IllinoisCountry
United StatesContinent
North AmericaCopyright
Copyright Details
Ownership was legally transferred to the Swedish American Museum per the gift agreement.
Certain works may be protected by copyright not governed by the Swedish American Museum.Restrictions
This collection is open to research and does not contain sensitive information.Reproductions
Notes
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