Step Inside the Reimagined Polmanarkivet

A year in the making, we are proud to share the reimagined Polmanarkivet with a new platform, memberships, a refreshed identity, and more. Dive in and read about all the new exciting features.

Rediscovering Jürgen Polman the Elder's Obscure Portrait

For over 50 years, this 17th-century portrait of the family patriarch has remained hidden — until now. Polmanarkivet unearthed this important artwork and invites you to explore its origins and the story of how it was rediscovered.

A Look at Our First Acquisition

We are proud to announce our first-ever physical acquisition, a collection of 18th and 17th-century manuscripts related to the Pohlmann family from Hille, where the family originated. This collection is not just an addition to our archives, but a tangible link to the very roots of the family tree.

Publications

Polmanarkivet proudly publishes a range of diverse publications, such as family history books and research articles, showcasing the depth and rigor of its research.

Arcadia book cover — Arcadia: Peterson Family History and the Secrets of a Swedish Nobleman

Books

Arcadia: Peterson Family History & the Secrets of a Swedish Nobleman

ARCADIA: Peterson Family History and the Secrets of a Swedish Nobleman is a compilation of stories, memorabilia and historic family photographs, including never-before-published material. It explores the evolution of this family, chronicling a nobleman in 18th-century Sweden by the name of Påhlman, his son the hat-maker Peter Cederstrøm in 19th-century Norway, and their descendants that would become known as the Petersons across Illinois, Nebraska, and Idaho.

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