Reflections at Brimnes: Bill Holm’s Legacy, The Emigration Center & Adventures with Walruses & Earthquakes

Join Jack & Sierra Jenson on their Snorri Internship in Hofsos as they reflect on their enchanting time at Brimnes, the summer home of esteemed Western Icelander, Bill Holm.

Sierra illuminates the rich tapestry of humanity at the Emigration Center Museum (Vesturfararsetrið), while Jack delves into the profound impact of Bill Holm's writings.

Together, they embrace the essence of the Icelandic diaspora, sharing Icelandic connections Rooted within a global community.

Further yet, they recount their encounter with a rogue Walrus in Sauðárkrókur and first-hand experience of the Reykjavik earthquakes which led to the recent volcanic eruption.

 

To learn more about Bill Holm, click the links below:

https://milkweed.org/author/bill-holm

https://www.icelandicroots.com/post/the-windows-of-brimnes-an-american-in-iceland

 

Information on the Icelandic Emigration Centre:

https://www.icelandicroots.com/post/welcome-to-vesturfarasetri%C3%B0

 

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