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Celebrate the season with Sweden’s beloved treat, the semla bun. Pre-order some to take home or purchase them at the Museum. Details: $6 for members and $7 for non-members Maximum of 6 semla buns for each pre-order and maximum of 4 semla buns for in-person purchases. To request a pre-or...
Join us in hearing from Catharina Enhörning, Public Manager of Carl Larsson-gården, as she elaborates upon the process of researching and curating the traveling exhibit, Karin Larsson: Let the Hand Be Seen, which is currently on display in the Museum’s Main Gallery. Registered guests can join us via...
Svenska Skolan (10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) is for children of school age (Kindergarten – High School) who speak Swedish. Taking place on the same dates as Svenska Skolan, Bullerbyn (10 a.m. - 11 a.m.) is a time for singing cherished children’s songs, reading humorous tales and having lots of fun in Swedi...
This is a free event where you can learn about year-round local programming for children. The Swedish American Museum will be participating so come visit our booth if you attend! Discover more about the many children's activities we offer, including story and craft events, summer camps, holiday prog...
All are welcome to Knitting Group. We meet in the Café space to work on our knitting, or other projects, while enjoying Fika. You are also welcome just to come to socialize and meet others. If we need additional space we may meet in the Main Gallery instead. ...
All are welcome to Scandinavian Jam, where we share tunes and play together. We have people who have joined from many parts of the world and we love meeting new participants! Free to attend. ...
Chicago's Deadliest Fire By Caron Brennan Many Swedes perished that fateful day. What caused the death-dealing blast of flame hurtled through the packed auditorium of the Iroquois Theater in Chicago causing the death of over 600 men, women and children, and injuries to unknown scores on Decem...
Svenska Skolan (10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) is for children of school age (Kindergarten – High School) who speak Swedish. Taking place on the same dates as Svenska Skolan, Bullerbyn (10 a.m. - 11 a.m.) is a time for singing cherished children’s songs, reading humorous tales and having lots of fun in Swedi...
Waffles are eaten all year in Sweden, but they also get a day of honor. Come by to enjoy some from the Museum! ...
A children's story and craft. In March we will read In the Hall of the Mountain King illustrated by Jessica Courtney Tickle. Composer: Edvard Grieg. Free with Museum admission. ...
Come during Museum open hours to shop among unique items and find treasures to fit your home decor, gift-giving, or other needs. If you are interested in donating items, please complete this form and bring it with you when you drop off your items. Thank you! ...
A children's story and craft. In March we will read In the Hall of the Mountain King illustrated by Jessica Courtney Tickle. Composer: Edvard Grieg. Free with Museum admission. ...
On the last Friday of February and March the Karin Larsson: Let the Hand Be Seen exhibit along with the Museum Store will remain open until 7 p.m. Free admission after 4 p.m. Explore this special exhibit, and visit the Store to shop for exhibit-related items and also take advantage of our monthly sa...
We meet the last Saturday of the month at 2 p.m. to discuss books from Nordic countries that can be bought in the Museum Store. In March we will discuss Winter Water by Susanne Jansson. The Zoom meeting information is below. Swedish American Museum is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Jo...