Cloak Pins
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Archaeologists unearthed these cloak pins in Ireland, showing the extent to which the Vikings settled other lands.
Etching of Grover Cleveland
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The American Swedish Historical Museum is only one of six museums in the United States with a collection of Anders Zorn’s work. Our collection includes his well-known etchings of American presidents Grover Cleveland, Theodore Roosevelt, and Howard Taft, among a number of other figures.
John Ericsson Solar Model
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Gravitational energy, solar steam engines, and tidal power … sounds like science fiction, right? Think again! Swedish-American inventor, John Ericsson, was ahead of his time when he researched such theories in the mid to late 1800s. Ericsson invented this solar-powered steam engine, for example, to reduce the use of coal.
Sinnickson Chest
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Sinnick Broer, a Finn, brought this painted iron strongbox to the New Sweden colonies in 1656.
Where The Children Sleep Exhibition Opens October 21, 2017
It can be difficult to describe a museum’s role in society. We teach about the past—but look to the future. We tell the stories of extraordinary individuals—but use them to understand all humanity. And we provide a calm space—but dare visitors to question their beliefs. No matter our individual missions, museums share these challenges and one overarching goal: to provide an experience that builds a greater feeling of empathy, an experience that allows one to sense the invisible ties binding all people both past and present.
Lucia Rehearsals
Museum members are invited to have their children participate in our annual Lucia performance on December 1st and 2nd . They are sure to have fun dressing up as tomtar, Pepparkakor, folk dancers, star boys, and Lucia and her attendants while singing traditional Swedish Christmas songs. Attendance at both rehearsals is required.
New Sweden History Conference
New Sweden Beyond the Delaware, 1638-1776
The 2017 theme will explore the migration of Swedish colonists from the original landing point of Wilmington Delaware to the greater Delaware Valley and east coast region. Speakers include Brian Crane, Sean Moir, Laurie Fitzpatrick, Catharine Dann Roeber, and Becky Griswold.
Registration includes breakfast and lunch, located at the Lazaretto Ballroom 99 Wanamaker Ave, Essington, PA 19029.
Cost: $60 per person ($35 for students and teachers). Early bird $50 registration by October 13.
‘How Can I Help?’ Fair
To mark the opening of the Where the Children Sleep exhibition, ASHM will host an education fair to connect people with the refugee community. Speakers will share their personal experiences and refugee aid groups from the greater Philadelphia area will be on site to let you know how you can help with this important human rights issue.
Swedish Language Class : Conversation Part I
Brush up on your Swedish with our language classes! Join instructors Thomas Nilsson or Carina Åhren through a ten week course on the intricacies of the Swedish language. Meets Monday evenings.
Conversation I
An interactive and fun conversation group for students who have at least 4 semesters of Swedish language courses and a good grasp of the language. We will discuss current events, culture, travels, personal interests, etc and we will read and discuss some shorts works of fiction in Swedish
Swedish Language Class : Beginner Part I
Brush up on your Swedish with our language classes! Join instructors Thomas Nilsson or Carina Åhren through a ten week course on the intricacies of the Swedish language. Meets on Sunday afternoons.
Beginners Swedish I
An elementary level Swedish class for students who want to learn to communicate in everyday situations, such as ordering in restaurants and cafes, shopping, talking about family, holidays, weather, etc. We will also learn a little about Swedish culture and traditions. No prior Swedish language knowledge required.