Kensington Runestone

In the heart of Minnesota lies a mysterious artifact that has puzzled historians and archaeologists for over a century. The Kensington Runestone, a 202-pound slab of greywacke covered in runic inscriptions, was allegedly discovered in 1898 by a Swedish-American farmer. This enigmatic stone claims to tell the tale of Norse explorers who ventured into North America long before Columbus. But is it a groundbreaking historical find or an elaborate hoax? The controversy surrounding the Kensington Runestone has sparked heated debates, challenging our understanding of pre-Columbian exploration and the settling of America. Join us as we unravel the secrets etched in stone and explore the tantalizing possibility that Vikings roamed the heartland of North America centuries before we thought possible.

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