The New Sweden History Conference explores the history of the New Sweden Colony (1638-1655) and its legacy in colonial America. This year the conference will be held virtually via Zoom. Registrants will receive links to view each speaker’s recorded presentation prior of a live panel discussion. Participants may submit any questions they have for the presenters in advance which will be answered during the live panel discussion webinar on Saturday Oct. 31st.

To celebrate our newest exhibition highlighting Swedish illustrator Gustaf Tenggren, ASHM is hosting a Book Fair and Family Fun Day! This is a free outdoor event on the Museum's terrace with plenty of space for physical distancing. Each child attending will receive a free Golden Book! Admission is Free.

Activities include craft stations and a story corner where young readers can build literacy skills by reading The Poky Little Puppy to dogs from the Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Program: Future Service Dogs!

ASHM members are welcome to join us for our annual meeting, where the Amandus Johnson Volunteer Service Award will be presented to Linda and Ken Alexy! This year we are offering two convenient ways for you to attend, either in person or virtually over Zoom. Don't miss this opportunity to hear about the important work ASHM has accomplished over the last year.

ASHM Curator Trevor Brandt is headed on to new challenges in Chicago to earn his Ph.D at the end of September. Because the last few months at ASHM have been unprecedented and we were unable to offer frequent tours, Trevor is leading three tour groups through the permanent galleries before his departure. Take this chance to say goodbye!

Tickets are $15 per person, pre-registration is required.