LOCATION

The Museum is located in Franklin Delano Roosevelt Park in South Philadelphia, near the sports complex.

OPEN HOURS

Tuesday– Friday:
10am- 4pm

Saturday-Sunday:
12–4pm

Closed on holidays.

During times of inclement weather, please call the museum at (215) 389-1776 to see if we are open.

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GALLERIES

The Museum today consists of 12 permanent galleries, one changing exhibition gallery, and a library.


HANDICAP ACCESS

The Museum is handicapped accessible.
Please call 215-389-1776 ahead of time to get access to the handicap entrance.

PRESS

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ABOUT THE MUSEUM

The American Swedish Historical Museum in South Philadelphia is the oldest Swedish Museum in the United States. Founded in 1926, the Museum has been dedicated to preserving and promoting Swedish and Swedish-American cultural heritage and traditions for more than 80 years. The Museum is a place where Swedes, Swedish-Americans, and people of all nationalities who appreciate Swedish contributions to history, art, architecture, music, science and technology can come together.


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News

Give the gift that keeps on giving, a gift membership to ASHM!

New this year! Now you can find your favorite Swedish food items in our Museum Gift Shop. Including crisp bread, lingonberry preserve, vanilla sauce, blueberry soup, candy, herring, "Kalles" smoked roe, coffee, and a lot more. Welcome!

Upcoming Events

Toddler Time, May 21, 10:30am - 11.30am

Toddler Time, June 18, 10:30am - 11.30am

Midsommar, June 22, 4pm - 7:30pm

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