Enjoy a Scandinavian-inspired dining experience with Chef Ulrika Bengtsson on July 12th, at 6:00 PM!

A Turner in Jamestown

Jamestown Furniture American Swedish Historical Museum

Immigration is the story of people and places, but we often forget how diverse these stories are. Instead, we focus on general pictures and the archetypical immigrant’s story as representative of millions of people. Similarly, it is easy to imagine the story of Scandinavian immigration to the United States as always being tied to the American West, envisioning families working their way to Illinois, Minnesota, or even further to the Pacific coast. But this is not the full story of the 2.3 million Scandinavians who came to the United States in the 1800s and early 1900s.  

SmörgåsBeer

Spend a gorgeous summer evening at the Swedish Museum in FDR Park enjoying regional and international beer while sampling traditional Swedish food with a modern twist. This year we can all enjoy sampling drinks from 

FDR Park Orienteering Adventure

Join the American Swedish Historical Museum and the Delaware Valley Orienteering Association to learn about the unique sport of Orienteering. Originating in Sweden, Orienteering utilizes navigation skills to race from point to point throughout a set course. Event attendees will learn about the history of Orienteering, view our exhibition on the modern compass, and learn basic map reading skills before setting off to complete a course through FDR Park. Pre-registration for the event is encouraged, $10 per person.

Summer Concert - Jenny Lind’s America - Postponed

Unfortunately, due to unforeseen issues, we have to reschedule the concert with Zoe Vandermeer and Richard Nechamkin. They will return at a later time to perform their Jenny Lind concert, and we will let you know as soon as we have a new date set. Make sure to keep en eye on our website, weekly newsletters and social media pages for all the updates regarding event here at the museum.

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Sweden vs. USA Watch Party

As far as we are concerned, this is a win-win match! Play hooky for a summer afternoon and head over to the American Swedish Historical Museum to watch some of the greatest soccer players in the world battle it out towards the championship. Cheer on both teams surrounded by an enthusiastic group of fans. Also, thanks to Verizon we now have FIOS high-speed internet and can enjoy watching the game in HD-quality!

Navigating the Nordic Way 

Compass Navigating the Nordic Way American Swedish Historical Museum

Björn Kjellström’s motto, printed onto his business card, was: “Magnetism had shaped my life.” While not the inventor of orienteering itself, Björn was the co-inventor of the modern compass and likely the person most responsible for the sport’s global spread. We might even say that Björn Kjellström has shaped our appreciation for magnetism as much as it shaped him.

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