Our Heritage & Mission
The mission of the Finnish-American Heritage Society of Maine is to educate and inform those interested in our Finnish culture, our history and our future. We are organized for the purpose of promoting, in a social setting, a cultural and educational appreciation of Finland and to explore the traditions of the Finnish families who settled here.
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"Muutamat hädän hetket opettavat ihmiselle viisautta enemmän, kuin vuosikymmenien tasaiset olot."
“A few moments of distress teach a person more wisdom than decades of stable circumstances.” - Maria Jotuni (writer)
Preserving Finnish Traditions
The Finnish people are renowned for their strength of character (sisu), their work ethic and their stubbornness. However, they are also known for their love of music, architectural contributions and dramatic art. The FAHSOM seeks to enlighten on all aspects of Finland.
Exploring Finnish Culture
From educational programs about Finnish history and culture to dinners with traditional Finnish fare, the Finnish American Heritage Society of Maine presents the opportunity for those interested to learn about Finland and its immigrants to Maine and their descendants