The Kensington Runestone is a slab of greywacke stone covered in runes that was discovered in Western Minnesota, United States, in 1898. Olof Ohman, a Swedish immigrant, reported that …

A 200-pound (90-kilogram) slab of graywacke inscribed with runes (medieval Germanic script), the stone is said to have been unearthed on a farm near Kensington, Minn., in 1898.

In a new book coming out in November of 2005, The Kensington Runestone: Compelling New Evidence, Richard Nielsen and Scott F. Wolter present new evidence in favor of the …

The Runestone and the enduring mystery of its origin continues to be the hallmark of the Runestone Museum. This intriguing artifact was discovered in 1898, clutched in the roots of an …

Jun 30, 2025 · In 1898, Olof Ohman discovered the Kensington Runestone in Minnesota, inscribed with Viking runes detailing an expedition in 1362. The stone ignited excitement …

May 15, 2020 · The Kensington Runestone is a gravestone-sized slab of hard, gray sandstone called graywacke into which Scandinavian runes are cut. It stands on display in Alexandria, …

May 20, 2025 · A renowned runic expert has recently examined the Kensington Runestone and uncovered compelling clues that could finally unveil its true origins. Now is the time to delve …

Sep 30, 2025 · Conclusion: A Stone Between Worlds The Kensington Runestone is more than a slab of carved rock. It is a symbol of mystery, identity, and the search for truth. Buried in …

Oct 28, 2023 · The Kensington Runestone, weighing 92 kilograms (202 pounds), displays runic characters on both its sides and is exhibited at the Runestone Museum in Alexandria, Minnesota.

What is the Kensington Runestone? It was in 1898 that Olof Öhman, a Swedish migrant who’d settled in Minnesota, made a curious discovery. While clearing out some land he’d purchased …