Velkommen!
Northwest Danish Association (NWDA) is your connection to Denmark and Danish culture in the Pacific Northwest region of the U.S.
We work to enrich community life experience through cross-cultural exchange and social outreach. Our events and programs put the spotlight on Denmark to showcase Danish society, culture, history, and innovation.
Become a member of NWDA for discounts on our programs and other membership perks:
Image: The Fall 2021 Danish Language Class with Adrian Tan wishing everyone a glædelig jul (Merry Christmas).
JOIN US:
Upcoming events
National Danish Book Club
The virtual National Book Club and Literary Event Series explores English translations of books by Danish authors. Learn more here.
Danish Language Classes this Winter!
Learn Danish language and culture in the Pacific Northwest! Take a class on Zoom with us. See the class options here.
Fredagscafe
Come hygge with us on Friday, February 4th at Fredagscafe. Click here for more information.
What people are saying about our programs:
“I really enjoyed making several new friends, eating the wonderful meal and hearing about the Danish people during WWII.”
-Leah R., Torsdagsklubben Attendee
“It was so enjoyable in many ways, the program was interesting and diverse, the speakers were engaging, but even more so, the atmosphere was fun and friendly.”
-Nina P., Danish American Cultural Retreat Attendee
EXPERIENCE DANISH CULTURE:
The Seattle Danish Center
The Northwest Danish Association headquarters are located in our office building in Seattle. The building is home to our Seattle Danish Center, where many of our events normally take place. We are located at 1833 N 105th Street, Seattle, WA 98133. Our offices are in Suite 101 and the Seattle Danish Center is Suite 205.
Our Danish Library
Over 2,000 books and films are available at the Seattle Danish Center. A Danish library is also available in Portland at NWDA’s Danebo center. Learn more about the libraries here.
Our Event Space
The Seattle Danish Center features an event space with a full kitchen and a dance floor. Read more about the space here.
Recent News:
The Winter Issue of The Little Mermaid Newsletter has been published. Read it online here.
