Designed in 1939, this romanticized version of a 19th century Swedish farmhouse was created in honor of the over one million Swedes who emigrated to the United States between the years 1865 and 1914.
The painted ceiling, corner fireplace and household objects in this exhibit transport visitors into life in a stuga almost 150 years ago.
Corner fireplace with copper kettles and pans.
The basswood mural by Thorsten Sigstedt portrays the Swedish-American immigrant experience.
Visitors may explore some simple household items on our Swedish table.