There are so many boats at ASHM this month! Come see boat images and models in our permanent galleries and two of our temporary exhibitions: Across the Atlantic: Sloopers and the First Organized Emigration from Norway to America and Let Victory Tell the Rest: 250 Years of Shipbuilding in Greater Philadelphia. Learn about different types of boats and what makes them float as we play Sink or Float and build and test our own boats.
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.
We’re all engineers at this month’s Toddler Time! Learn about what engineers can build and then make your own creations! Kids will try out different building materials, complete building challenges, and make a project to take home.
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!
Summer means spending time in nature, getting together with friends and family, and of course, putting on funny hats and bibs to eat crayfish! What, you have never tasted a crayfish or decorated your outdoor space with red crustaceans, paper lanterns, and sung a drinking song at the top of your lungs? Well, the Swedes would say you are missing out on one of the most enjoyable traditions of summer!
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.
Rooted in the folk traditions of the Dalarna region, hand-carved and painted wooden horses are known in Sweden as Dalahäst (singular) or Dalahästar (plural). This in-person workshop offers an immersive journey into the cultural legacy of this cherished Swedish symbol.
Everyone has fun summer traditions and that’s no exception for people in Sweden. This month at Toddler Time we will read the book Summer in Sweden by Anette Henningson and learn about the great outdoor activities families enjoy together. Kids will also have some summer fun by “fishing” and “picnicking” on our terrace and going on a nature walk
Join us as we explore different ways to make colorful art inspired by works in Through the Eyes of Philadelphia New Americans: Art, Resilience, and Community. We will read an art story and explore the exhibit to learn about different kinds of art, then kids can make mosaic pictures, try print making, and create their own collage!
The Spring Ting Online Auction is now open! The auction runs through 8pm on Friday, May 2nd.
Our beloved annual Spring Ting Online Auction is one of our most anticipated fundraising events, and it’s back with an exciting lineup! From Philadelphia experiences and gift cards to favorite local spots to Scandinavian glass, art, and antiques - there’s something for everyone!
Every bid and donation helps us continue hosting meaningful programs and special events for our community.