People of all ages are invited to a Recycling Workshop held by the Philadelphia Recycling Office at the ASHM.
The workshop will consist of an informative presentation, a recycling game and a Q&A session. Take this opportunity to ask real professionals your questions about recycling.
All participants will be entered in the drawing to win a door prize.
This event is free!
Due to the spreading of COVID-19 throughout the region and the country this event has been postponed. Check back later for the new date.
Swedish food - much more than meatballs, potatoes and cinnamon buns (although those are all delicious!). Amy will take us through what a healthy Swedish diet looks like, simple and clean cooking, a balanced way of eating, and seasonal and tasty ingredients. Amy will demonstrate recipes based on traditional nutritious used in Nordic cooking for generations back, utilizing fresh fish, root vegetables, rye, oats, apples, flax seeds, berries and much more.
A Crayfish Dinner is a cultural staple marking Swedish summer. This year ASHM is thrilled to continue this tradition with our outdoor experience. Come and enjoy a summer evening on the Museum terrace while indulging in event favorites including dill seasoned crayfish, Swedish meatballs, fingerling potatoes, Swedish cheese pie, an assortment of salads, crispbread and cheese, and seasonal desserts.
Although we cannot gather as a group at the Museum this year, ASHM can still help bring the spirit of Midsommar to your home! ASHM Midsommar-To-Go Bags contain all kinds of things to make your Swedish Midsommar special.
Bring your whole family down to the Museum for a fun filled day! Introduce your little ones to Swedish Easter traditions. Children can make Swedish Easter crafts, dress up as Swedish Easter witches, enjoy face painting, and an egg hunt. Free for members and children 2 years and under, $10 for non-members. Pay at the door.
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. A monthly program, it occurs every third Tuesday of the month.
Admission is $5 per child or free for Museum Household Members. There is no charge for accompanying caregivers. Pay at the door.
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. A monthly program, it occurs every third Tuesday of the month.
Admission is $5 per child or free for Museum Household Members. There is no charge for accompanying caregivers. Pay at the door.
Join Curator Trevor Brandt and take a closer look at the Museum’s collection of folk art, contrasted with images of queens, kings and presidents as we discuss the meaning and symbolism in both genres. Tours are $15 for non-members, $5 for members, drinks and light refreshments included.
Treat yourself to a rich semla, a cream and almond paste filled Swedish pastry, along with a cup of hot coffee and a Swedish film. Semlor are often eaten before the start of 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. Walk-in welcome or pre-register by phone or online by February 3rd.