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Join us for Knitting Group, where we work on our knitting or other projects while enjoying fika. All are welcome, including those who just want to come and socialize. We meet in Mormors Café. ...
This exhibition brings together a dynamic and rich collection of works by ceramicist Carl Mankert, exploring the expressive potential of clay – one of humanity’s oldest creative materials – through a contemporary lens. The artist’s work is a reflection of his own experiences with the duality ...
Saturday, Oct. 10 Lecture 11 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. (Free for all) Workshop 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11 Workshop 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Binge is a regional handicraft started in the Halland region of southwest Sweden during the 17th century. It features patterns knit with two contrasting colors (tr...
It is music at the Museum - wake up your ears, exercise your fingers and play along with us! Musicians and instructors host a Scandinavian Jam at the Swedish American Museum every month. Join us for an afternoon of traditional roots music starting with instruction from 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. New tu...
Free admission all day. Please note that Brunk Children's Museum of Immigration opens at 1 p.m. Free guided tour at 11 a.m. Meet in the lobby. ...
Join us in watching the documentary “Kings of Kubb” followed by questions and answers with BJ and Steve who will join us virtually. A soup dinner will be served at the event. About the film What is Kubb? Only the greatest game you’ve maybe never heard of… It’s not quite bowling. It’s not quite...
Join us for a fun breakfast event at the Museum! There will be a pancake breakfast, rune carving, Viking crafts, and even a visit from a Viking! *Registration closes at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15 ...
A free (with admission) guided tour of the Museum's core exhibit, We Are America. Approximately 45 minutes. Reserve your spot here or at the door (if space remains). ...
Register for this free event to get the Zoom link. This story begins in Ockelbo, Sweden, in 2009, where Artist Tony Warren ran a summer café and studio. He created a symbolic still life as a personal tribute to Crown Princess Victoria and Daniel, but what followed was entirely unexpected. Visitor...
Join us for Knitting Group, where we work on our knitting or other projects while enjoying fika. All are welcome, including those who just want to come and socialize. We meet in Mormors Café. ...
ONLINE EVENT Unlocking Swedish Family Connections with DISBYT Speaker: Charlotte Börjesson Free for Swedish American Genealogical Society members. Are you searching for Swedish ancestors but struggling to connect family lines or locate missing relatives? Join us for an informative Zoom p...
All Saints' – from the worship of saints to a festival of remembrance FREE EVENT All Saints' Weekend is one of Sweden's largest church holidays. But how did the tradition emerge, and how has it changed through history? Maria Scharffenberg, mobile priest for North America, talks about the r...
A mix of Swedish and Swedish-American songs performed by Chicago Swedish Mixed Chorus. Tickets are also sold at the door. About the Chorus: The Chicago Swedish Male Chorus was organized in 1938 as a result of a merger of three independent singing groups, Harmoni, Bellman, and De Svenske. Reco...
Free event and knife sharpening for up to two knives per guest. Cookbook for sale at the event. Join a conversation with Nichole Accettola and Chandra Ram as they introduce Nichole's new cook book "Scandinavian Everyday: Vibrant, Simple Meals from Northern Europe" Scandinavian Everyday: Vib...
Learn about Andersonville's Swedish past (and present) in a guided neighborhood tour led by Kris Pierre. Tours last approximately 1 hour. ...
On the last consecutive Thursday and Friday of most months we read a children's book (all available in our Store) and we do a craft. In October we will read The Slightly Spooky Tale of Fox and Mole By: Cecilia Heikkilä ...
On the last consecutive Thursday and Friday of most months we read a children's book (all available in our Store) and we do a craft. In October we will read The Slightly Spooky Tale of Fox and Mole By: Cecilia Heikkilä ...
The Museum will be open until 7 p.m. A selection of items from our extended collection will be brought to the Main Gallery for the evening. Free admission after 4 p.m. ...
Join us for an Aquavit tasting and making workshop. You will taste an assortment of 5 aquavits and make your own aquavit (bottle, funnel, herbs and spices will be provided). Bring your own 750ml bottle of vodka. Must be 21 or older to attend event. ...
Join us for an evening of spooky creativity as we turn old paintings into eerie scenes. Add some subtle spooky touches or create a full haunted image...it's all up to you. The painting and all supplies will be provided. Light refreshments will be served. ...
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 October we will discuss Strega by Johonne Lykke Holm (Denmark) Please register for this free event to receive the Zoom link. Upcoming books: November (Swe...