Toddler Time is our specially designed program for children ages 18 months to 4 years old, where each session helps young minds grow through interactive stories, engaging hands-on activities and social interaction.
Toddler Time is a monthly program, every third Tuesday of the Month. Admission is $5 per child or free for Museum Household Members. There is no charge for accompanying caregivers.
This year we are combining an old tradition with a new innovation. Warm up on a chilly winter’s night with a bowl of Swedish yellow pea soup and a cup of punsch combined with the modernity of new Swedish tilltugg och efterrätt or Hors d'oeuvres and dessert. Attendees will have the opportunity to view our newest exhibition New Nordic Cuisine including exhibit talk by Curator Tova Brandt. Tickets are $25 for members and $30 for non-members. Register by phone or online by January 22nd.
Save the date for the winter Genealogy Club meeting. The afternoon will feature a signature talk on Danish genealogy research resources by Tova Brandt, Interim Director and Albert Ravenhalt Curator of Danish-American Culture from the Museum of Danish America. Make a day of it and follow up the genealogy program with research time in the library and be sure to sign up for our delicious Pea Soup Supper! ASHM membership required for genealogy resources. Become a member online or by phone.
Start of the New Year with creativity at this exclusive museum date night experience. Draw inspiration from our Nordic Changes exhibit and paint your own northern landscape! Our instructor will walk you through painting your very own Nordic scene as you enjoy a sample flight of Scandinavian chocolate! This event is BYOB and the price includes all class supplies. Pre-registration required, deadline December 30th. $35 members, $40 non-members.
ASHM’s upcoming exhibition, New Nordic Cuisine, is the defining exhibition on one of the most important cultural phenomena to come out of the Nordic countries in recent decades. It focuses on a value-driven food system that has captured the attention of world-famous chefs and home cooks alike over the past 15 years.
The American Swedish Historical Museum, Swedish American Chamber of Commerce Philadelphia & Norwegian American Chamber of Commerce Philadelphia are happy to announce our collaboration with the Flyers for a Swedish Heritage Night on November 25th.
Join us for a night of hockey, food, drinks and a meet and greet with the Swedish players!
This is the perfect opportunity to introduce children to the classic Finnish fantasy world of Moomin and his friends. We will be reading Moomin and the Golden Leaf by Tove Jansson. Kids will get to practice early learning skills while exploring the beauty of autumn alongside cherished friends such as Moominmamma, Moominpappa, Snorkmaiden, Little My, Snufkin, Sniff, and Mymble.
Join the ASHM for a new series of gallery tours on Thursdays, every other month, each with its own unique theme and focus on the Museum’s collection. Tours are $15 for non-members, $5 for members and will include refreshments.
ASHM is excited to announce a new series of gallery tours! Tours will be on a Thursday evenings, 7-9pm, every other month, each with its own unique theme and focus on the Museum’s collection. Tours are $15 for non-members, $5 for members and will include refreshments.
We are kicking off the series with a "Night at the Museum," a Halloween-inspired tour of the Museum’s creepier collection items, along with a few treats, including light refreshments and drinks. Space is limited, register in advance to reserve your spot.
Cinnamon Bun Day is celebrated every year on October 4th in Sweden. The Home Baking Council started the tradition in 1999 as a way to honor household traditions. Come and enjoy Swedish hand-made cinnamon buns and coffee for a fika break at the Museum. Fika is free with museum admission while supplies last.