Culture comes alive during the many events hosted by the American Swedish Historical Museum throughout the year. Join us and discover the food, music and holidays of Sweden, experience our newest exhibitions or check out of educational programs for both children and adults.

Lucia & Christmas Market

Christmas Market
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10:00 am – 4:00 p.m.

Don’t miss this unique, magical holiday experience! The outdoor Christmas Market includes your favorite holiday deli items, Christmas decorations and gifts, and SWEA bakery treats - with new vendors for 2024! The Swedish Christmas Café will sell holiday foods and sweets for refreshment. Enjoy live music holiday music by the Last Chance duo throughout the day. During the market, shoppers can experience the Lucia children’s program twice daily. 

The Market will take place in our heated tent outside, and Lucia performances will be in the Grand Hall. Shoppers can enjoy the day, rain or shine!

Saturday Lucia performances: 11:30am & 2:00pm
Sunday Lucia performances: 11:00am & 1:30pm

2024 Christmas Market Vendors:
Marilyn Bruff – Assorted crafts
Crochet by Abbie – Crochet items
Crooked Branch Arts - Handmade wood products
Diane’s Gems and Fibers – Assorted crafts
Elizabeth Brown – Handmade clothing and accessories
Imagine Toy Design – Toys and decorations
Jorgen Flood – Books
Katie Rowe Creations – Handmade ceramics
Revival Thrift and Vintage – Jewelry

Artisan Candle Craft
Mormor’s Attic – Secondhand gifts and decorations
SWEA Philadelphia - Baked Goods
Swedish Deli Items & Beverages
ASHM Shop

Admission: Tickets are available at the gate or pre-purchase online.
Saturday: $10 for non-members, $8 for members, $5 for children 5-12, and free for children under 5.
Sunday: Free for all visitors.

If you would like to pre-order Deli items for pick-up on Lucia weekend, please print and send in the PDF order form below. Orders are due by December 1st.

Are you a crafter, maker, or person who loves to create things by hand? We want you! Don't miss the opportunity to be a vendor at the American Swedish Historical Museum's Lucia & Christmas Market. See the PDF vendor application below.