Before there was such a thing as “Scandinavian Design” or the ubiquitous furnishings of companies like IKEA, there was Karin Larsson. Identified as “the first designer of what would become known as Swedish Modern” by the National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington, D.C., Karin Bergöö Larsson (1859–1928) was a mother of eight and wife to Sweden’s beloved painter, Carl Larsson. Herself a well-regarded artist, she gave up painting when she married, at the request of her husband.

Get the jump on summer by attending the last Toddler Time before Midsommar! Kids will learn what Midsommar is all about and dance in one of Sweden’s most famous maypole traditions - Små Grodorna. Children will also play fun frog games and have a hopping good time!

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.

This month ASHM Toddlers will explore our newest exhibition Outdoor Adventures: Navigating the Nordic Way. We will read the Cat in the Hat favorite “There’s a Map on My Lap!” and play with activities focused on introducing map and compass skills.

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.

Swedes have been working with wood for hundreds of years. This month at Toddler Time families will get to explore ASHM’s collection of carved wooden art. We will read “Harvey the Carpenter” by Swedish children’s author Lars Klinting to get an introduction to basic tools. Children will play with wooden toys and even make their own wooden picture frame to take home!

The museum is happy to announce our collaboration with the Flyers for a Swedish heritage night on Feb 19th!