Ness Church

06/01/2026

From all of us at Historic Ness Church and Memorial Cemetery, congratulations to the Class of 2026! We wish you all the best in the journey ahead.

05/18/2026

Ness Memorial Cemetery Decoration Week

In honor of Memorial Day week, the south gates of Ness Memorial Cemetery will be open:

May 20–26
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Families and visitors are welcome to come place flowers, wreaths, and decorations at the graves of loved ones.

As a reminder, all flowers and decorations placed on the ground must be picked up by June 15. Raised planters are welcome and may remain year-round.

Thank you for helping us keep the cemetery beautiful and cared for.

05/17/2026

Many countries have beloved celebrations that began in the “old country” and are now celebrated around the world. Ireland has Lá Fhéile Pádraig, better known as St. Patrick’s Day. Bavaria has d’Wiesn, or Oktoberfest. Mexico has Cinco de Mayo. And Norway has Grunnlovsdagen, (Constitution Day).
Celebrated each year on May 17, Grunnlovsdagen — also known as Syttende Mai — commemorates the signing of Norway’s constitution at Eidsvoll on May 17, 1814. The constitution declared Norway an independent kingdom during the turbulent years following the Napoleonic Wars and was an important step in Norway’s path toward independence.

Today, Syttende Mai is one of Norway’s most joyful national celebrations. Unlike many national holidays, it is not centered on military parades, but on children, community, heritage, and celebration. Across Norway, people take part in children’s parades, known as barnetog, wave Norwegian flags, wear traditional bunad clothing, and enjoy favorite treats like pølse wrapped in lompe, lefse, ice cream, and heart-shaped waffles.

The celebration has also traveled far beyond Norway. Norwegian communities around the world honor the day.

A common greeting heard on May 17 is “Gratulerer med dagen!” — meaning “Congratulations on the day!

05/10/2026

05/06/2026

Planning a wedding, reunion, memorial or meaningful gathering? Our historic church is available for select rentals and offers a beautiful setting filled with history and character”

12/04/2025

Here is some contact info about Ness Church! We are accepting donations for a new roof replacement. Estimates coming in at around $125,000

11/08/2025

We have one extra ticket that has come available for today’s class. If you are interested in coming please let us know.

11/08/2025

Krumkake Lefse Class-Tomorrow

Hopefully everyone is excited as we are for tomorrow. Just a few reminders.

(1) Event starts at 1 p.m. You must have a ticket to attend. Church will be open starting at 12:30.
(2) Park in front and come in side door. Event will be in basement. There will be a registration desk to check in at. There you will receive your cookbook.
(3) We will be dividing up into Groups with half starting at Lefse and half at the Krumkake.
(4) Please bring containers as everyone will have some to bring home.

See everyone tomorrow!!!

10/26/2025

Don’t miss out on this fun afternoon class at Ness Church as we only have two tickets left!