Ski jumping was first introduced to America from Norway in 1883 by Torjus and Mikkel Hemmestvedt. During the early 1900’s there was a group of Norwegian ski jumpers from Red Wing. They were all among the first of their generation to be born in America.
Stroll through the museum at your liesure to learn how this exhilarating sport came to be.
The best ski jumpers from the Aurora Ski Club came to be known as the “All Americans” from Red Wing.
Check in with the front desk at the St James Hotel when visiting
We use cookies to offer you a better experience, analyze site traffic, and serve targeted advertisements. By continuing to use this website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with our privacy policy. X