Learning a new language is a fun and exciting challenge. Whether you are brand new to Swedish, have some experience, want to learn more, or are looking for conversation partners, there is a class option tailored to your level! Classes are held online via Zoom and offered during a 10-week fall and spring semester. 

Registration:
Fall 2025 Semester: $200 for ASHM Members/$250 for Non-members
A discount is offered if you register for the fall and spring semesters together! $380 for ASHM Members/$480 for Non-members.

The American Swedish Historical Museum is proud to participate with Wawa Welcome America to offer free museum admission on Sunday, June 29th from 12:00-4:00 p.m. 

Admission includes access to all of our galleries, including our newest exhibition, And Let Victory Tell the Rest: 250 Years of Shipbuilding in Greater Philadelphia.

In honor of Norway’s special anniversary in 2025, highlighted in our current exhibit Across the Atlantic: Sloopers and the First Organized Emigration from Norway to America, join us for Toddler Time all about Norway! Learn about Norwegian culture with Scandinavian Viking activities and crafts inspired by Norwegian folk art.

Join us for a Free Family Day at the American Swedish Historical Museum, all about Norway! In conjunction with our balcony exhibit, Across the Atlantic: Sloopers and the First Organized Emigration from Norway to America, families can learn about Norwegian culture with craft activities throughout the Museum galleries. Try out Norwegian folk art including rosemaling and different styles of paper crafting, and experience some early Scandinavian Viking life by making your own Viking shield and dressing up like a Viking!

After an incredible 14-year run, the time has come to retire this iconic ASHM event!

As this summer marks the last Smörgåsbeer, we want to give it the farewell it deserves and skål together one last time! Mark your calendars now for Saturday, July 26.