Kontaktforum is collecting information about those who left Hadeland for the US, Canada, and elsewhere during the 1800's and early 1900's.  Information submitted by individuals is cross-referenced/verified against any church or other records that may exist.  Members who have not done so are encouraged to complete an Immigrant Identification Form and submit it to the project.

The database is a summary of the over 11,000 emigrants who have already been identified. Each entry references a more detailed form available to members in the Limited Access Archive.  The form contains additional known information about the emigrant: emigration information including dates, ships, etc.; where they settled and/or other residences; occupation; all known children (with birth/marriage/death information and children); additional family members. Most include information about the immigrant's parents.  Our genealogists will be happy to provide members with the immigrant ancestor's detailed forms with an English translation upon request.  Just email!

The database is maintained in Norwegian. Dates are in DDMMYYYY format. A few basic words and abbreviations are translated below.