Across the Atlantic explores the trans-Atlantic journey of the first organized group of Norwegian immigrants to sail to the United States. Traveling aboard a small sloop called the Restauration, the 1825 voyage took 98 days and tested the resolve of its passengers and crew from the onset.
This balcony exhibit on view beginning May 22, 2025, highlights the Sloopers’ motivations for leaving Norway, their experiences on the open sea, and their eventual arrival in New York.
Across the Atlantic: Sloopers and the First Organized Emigration from Norway is made possible with support from the Sons of Norway Foundation. Additional support for the exhibition opening is provided by NorCham Philadelphia, IK Start, and Sons of Norway Restauration Lodge 3-555.
We are grateful for support from the ASHM Auxiliary, Barbro Osher Pro Suecia Foundation, Midsommarklubben, Red Moose Charitable Trust, SWEA Philadelphia, and an anonymous foundation. Funding for the American Swedish Historical Museum is supported by grants from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the Philadelphia Cultural Fund.
