Introduce your little ones to Swedish Easter traditions. Children can make Swedish Easter crafts, dress up as Easter witches, and participate in an egg hunt.
Our egg hunt is in two heats; one for children aged 2-5 and the second for children aged 6-12 at 3:15 pm and 3:30 pm, respectively. Egg hunts will take place outside, rain or shine.
Break out your bell bottoms and platform shoes! Celebrate the iconic music of ABBA at the American Swedish Historical Museum. DJ Drake will spin the throwbacks as everyone lets out their inner Dancing Queen in the Museum's Grand Hall. Highlights of the evening will include a dancing and costume contest and live drag performances by Miss Troy, Scarlett Masters, Elieen O'Brennan, and Amerie Jameson! 70’s attire is encouraged.
Photographs capture priceless moments of history but time and improper storage methods can cause damage and deterioration. Attend this workshop led by museum conservation professionals and learn about storing and caring for your family photos!
In this photograph conservation workshop, you will learn:
Take a break from your day to be immersed in a Scandinavian cultural experience. Each field trip experience is 45 minutes long and presented over Zoom. $5 for members and $10 for non-members, registration is required.
For over 70 years, Marimekko has infused art into the clothes and interiors of our everyday lives. Rising from the ashes of WWII, Marimekko’s colorful fabrics and openness to experimentation brought together the textile traditions of Finland with innovative and bold designs based on the changing tastes and aesthetics of the contemporary art world.
The American Swedish Historical Museum is excited to host a new hemslöjd workshop: Introduction to Flemish Weaving presented by Elisabeth Jönsson Brown!
In this five-session workshop, students will learn traditional Flemish weaving techniques used throughout Sweden. Participants will make a 6.5”x5” sampler to practice every technique used in this style. The workshop meets at the Museum each Tuesday for five weeks (January 10th through February 7th) from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm.
This workshop for kids 8-18 will introduce families to fun Scandinavian-inspired crafts. Kids will paint Dala horse magnets and tour Museum galleries to learn about their history. Space is limited. Tickets are $5 for member children and $10 for non-member children. Accompanying adults are welcome to make the craft as well for $10.
Treat yourself to a rich semla (a cream and almond paste-filled Swedish pastry) with a cup of hot coffee and a Swedish movie. Semlor are often eaten before lent, the Swedish version of “Fat Tuesday.” Event tickets are $13 in advance and $15 at the door. Ticket price includes one semla- additional semlor are $6 each. Pre-registration closes on 2/10 at 4 pm but walk-ins are welcome at the event on 2/11!
The perfect way to shake off the cold is with a hot bowl of Swedish pea soup at the American Swedish Historical Museum. Ärtsoppa is the traditional Thursday night supper in Sweden during the winter that dates back to the medieval period.
The ASHM Pea Soup Dinner is served with sharp Swedish cheese, crispbread, and Swedish pancakes for dessert with coffee. Cash bar available throughout the evening. You do not want to miss this delightful meal!
Experience the wonderful world of fiber arts! This month at Toddler Time, families will explore our exhibition, Weaving A New Chapter, and learn about the meaningful textiles immigrant families brought from Sweden. We will read “Wild Rose’s Weaving” by Ginger Churchill and practice fine motor skills with our weaving activities.
Toddler Time is free for members and $5 per non-member child. Accompanying adult is free.
Pay at the door or pre-register below.