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 nearly 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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The Museum is located in Franklin Delano Roosevelt Park in South Philadelphia, near the sports complex. The Museum today consists of 12 permanent galleries, one changing exhibition gallery, and a library.

The Museum is open Tuesday - Friday, 10 to 4. Saturday and Sunday between 12 and 4. During times of inclement weather, please call the museum at (215) 389-1776 to see if we are open.


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The Museum is handicapped accessible.

Please call 215-389-1776 ahead of time to get access to the handicap entrance.


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Upcoming events

 

August Crayfish Party August 6th 6:30pm

Mariakören: The Maria Choir August 26th 7pm

Auxiliary Open House and Flea Market August 28th 8am-2pm

ASHM Annual Meeting September 26th 3pm

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