American Swedish Historical Museum

Come and join us for our various events! We celebrate heritage and both traditional Swedish and American Holidays. There is always something going on at the American Swedish Historical Museum. See below for scheduled events. All events will take place at the Museum unless otherwise noted. Please check with the Museum to confirm dates and other details.

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	February 4th, 9am-Bus Trip to New York City Join us for a visit to Scandinavia House to see Luminous Modernism: Scandinavian Art Comes to America, 1912, and to the Museum of the City of New York to see Cecile Beaton: The New York Years. Lunch will be served by Smörgås Chef at Scandinavia House. Price is $100 for members, $110 for non-members, register by phone or online by January 20, 2012.
	February 18th, 11am-Semlor and a Movie Celebrate the eve of lent with a delicious, cream filled Swedish pastry and a cup of hot coffee, followed by a Swedish film. $12 for advanced registration, $15 at the door. Extra semla are $6 each. Call 215.389.1776 to register or click here to register on-line.
	March, 11th, 4pm-6pm, Forged Sculptures of the Steneby Collection, Exhibition Opening Join us for the opening of our next special exhibit, featuring the work of Swedish-American sculptor, Albert Paley.
	March 25, 11am–3pm, Waffle Day Every March 25th, in honor of Annunciation Day (Maria Bebådelsedagen), Swedes eat waffles. Intrigued by this tradition? Stop by the museum for Waffle Day to get the whole story, along with some tasty Swedish waffles, served with whipped cream and strawberry jam, and of course, coffee. $10 includes waffles and a beverage. Pay at the door.
	April, 1st, 2pm-4pm, Easter Workshop and Egg Hunt Introduce your little ones to Swedish Easter traditions. Similar to American Halloween celebrations, children can dress up as Easter witches, make Swedish Easter crafts, enjoy face painting and an egg hunt. Free for members and children 2 years and under, $8 for non-members. Pay at the door.
	April 21st, 10:30am-2pm, Spring Cooking Class Join our three Swedish chefs for the Spring Cooking Class! Watch them prepare a delectable Swedish dish, and then enjoy the fruits of their labor with a tasty meal. $40 for members, $45 for non-members. Register by phone or online.
	April, 28th, 6pm-10pm, Valpurgis Night Welcome Spring in typical Swedish fashion, with a lively bonfire and a performance by the Swedish Museum Singers. The best hot dogs this side of Broad Street, drinks and dessert will be served. Admission is $15 for adults, $8 for children under 12. Register by phone, online or pay at the door.
	May 12th, 11am, Auxiliry lecture and Lunch: "Sweden & Norway Share Unique Folk Art" The Auxiliary presents Christina Keune as she speaks on the subject of Swedish Dalmålning and Norway's Rosemaling folk art. Followed by a delicious lunch. Register online or by phone. Members $18, Non-members $22, $25 at the door.
	May 18, 6pm, Spring Ting Dinner and Auction Join us as we honor Swedish soccer legend, Pia Sundhage, at our annual dinner and auction. Enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvre during our silent auction, followed by dinner and the presentation of the Outstanding Achievement Award to Ms. Sundhage. Don’t forget to also check out the accompanying online auction in the weeks leading up to the event. RSVP by mail, phone or online by May 7, 2012.

	June 23rd, 3pm–7pm, Midsummer Celebrate summer as at our annual Midsommarfest, complete with food, drinks, home-made Swedish pastries, music and maypole dancing, as well as crafts and games for the kids.
	July 14th, SmörgåsBeer'd