Archaeologist Julia Wihlborg suggested that the sword and shield of the Hårby Valkyrie may represent a woman who had manly ...

New research is finding that some women in Viking Age Scandinavia were buried with war-grade weapons. Experts are divided ...

Thief River Falls is hosting numerous activities in celebration of Syttende Mai (May 17, which is Norway's Constitution Day) starting Saturday, May 10, and continuing through next week. The events ...

The figurine is armed with a sword and shield, and features ... providing valuable insight into Viking beliefs and the cultural significance of women in Norse society. Enjoyed this article?

(Rommegrot is a Norwegian porridge ... The free event also includes a Viking shield, helmet and alphabet craft activity. The film “Number 24” will be shown at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, in ...

Hårby Valkyrie: A 1,200-year-old gold Viking Age woman sporting a sword, shield and ponytail The Vikings wore helmets with ...

A remarkable centuries-old ring was unearthed recently beneath rubble at a historic castle in Eastern Europe. The impressive brass ring was found at Wawel Royal Castle in Krakow, Poland. The castle’s ...

There's something about historical fiction and fantasy which go hand-in-hand. Take The Last Kingdom, a series of excellent novels by Bernard Cornwell. These boo ...

A stunning 1,200-year-old gold and silver figurine depicting a Viking woman armed with a sword and shield has been discovered in Denmark’s Hårby village. Valkyries are often depicted as fierce, armed ...

Still, players with an eye for building can appreciate the unique materials and limitations the Viking game has to offer. Surviving in the cold Norse world is already a pain, and Valheim makes ...

Buckeye Express Diner in Bellville lets you enjoy a stationary rail adventure with fantastic food! This unique restaurant ...