Children who visit the museum love to see our larger than life wooden Dala horse sculpture. This month at Toddler Time, children will learn why the Dala horse is an iconic symbol of Sweden. They will hear the story of a child’s magical wooden carving that comes to life, go on a Dala horse hunt around the museum, and play games to build counting and language skills. Don’t miss this magical adventure!
It’s time to celebrate the end of summer like a Swede! Join us on Tuesday August 20th for our child sized crayfish party at which kids will learn about Swedish cuisine and the all-important summer Crayfish party! Toddlers will splash in the kiddie pool to catch these unique sea creatures and use play food to put together their very own summer fest!
Join us in July when we read the traditional Norwegian story Three Billy Goats Gruff. Special guest Penny the Goat will join us as we go on goat adventures! Don’t miss this fun opportunity to meet a baby goat in person and learn about barnyard life.
Toddler Time is a monthly program, every third Tuesday of the Month. Cost is $5 per child or free for Museum Household Members. There is no charge for accompanying caregivers. No pre-registration required, pay at the door.
Diane Burko has traveled to every continent to paint and photograph vast landscapes and monumental geological phenomenon. From ship to satellite; Cessna seaplane to helicopter, the sources for Burko’s art are as wide-ranging as her travels.
Join other enthusiasts for a day of fun, food, and great shopping at ScanFest in Budd Lake, New Jersey. For more information visit www.scanfest.org
ASHM members are welcome to join us for our annual meeting, where the Amandus Johnson Volunteer Service Award will be presented to Elsa Orescan. Marja Kaisla will be speaking on a new exhibit focusing on Finnish children relocated during World War II.
Get a taste of Swedish summer at our annual Crayfish Party! Enjoy a buffet of crayfish, Swedish meatballs, along with crisp bread, cheese, potatoes, cheese pie, and a glass of aquavit all outside under our beautiful lighted and decorated tent. $50 for ASHM and SACC Philadelphia members, $60 for non-members. Register by phone or online by August 12th.
Immigration is the story of people and places, but we often forget how diverse these stories are. Instead, we focus on general pictures and the archetypical immigrant’s story as representative of millions of people. Similarly, it is easy to imagine the story of Scandinavian immigration to the United States as always being tied to the American West, envisioning families working their way to Illinois, Minnesota, or even further to the Pacific coast. But this is not the full story of the 2.3 million Scandinavians who came to the United States in the 1800s and early 1900s.
Join the American Swedish Historical Museum and the Delaware Valley Orienteering Association to learn about the unique sport of Orienteering. Originating in Sweden, Orienteering utilizes navigation skills to race from point to point throughout a set course. Event attendees will learn about the history of Orienteering, view our exhibition on the modern compass, and learn basic map reading skills before setting off to complete a course through FDR Park. Pre-registration for the event is encouraged, $10 per person.