Community-spirited settlers originated the name Norseland. In 1858, the Norseland Store was built by John Burke. In 1896, patrons built the Norseland Co-op Creamery next to the Burke store, which had a post office. In 1922, Emil Swenson became a partner in the general store known as Burke and Swenson, and in 1939 he bought Burke’s share. In 1929, a new creamery was built at the present site. In 1950, Roger Swenson, son of Emil Swenson, became owner of the general store. In 1970, the creamery joined Tri-ag Cooperative, handling fertilizer, feeds, seeds, and general agricultural supplies. Bicentennial, 1976.