Job Opportunity at the Museum

The Swedish American Museum is seeking an experienced and energetic Store Manager. If you or someone you know would like to join the dynamic team here at the Museum have them send their cover letter, resume and salary requirement to museum@samac.org.

Off-street Parking Now Available for Visitors!

We are pleased to announce that a quarter-century dream of the Swedish American Museum has come true–we now have complimentary off-street parking a half block from the Museum at the corner of Ashland and Foster, a lot formerly belonging to Nelson Funeral Home. Available on a limited first-come, first-parked basis for Museum guests, the lot has 16 spaces, including one for handicapped individuals.

Swedish Language Summer Classes Open for Registration

Looking to learn the language of the vikings, ABBA and Pippi? Swedish courses from beginner through intermediate and advanced are now open for registration for the summer term. Classes start on June 4 and 5. For more information click here.

Midsommarfest Coming June 8-9

Mark your calendars as we put up the Maypole to welcome summer to Chicago. This weekend also marks Andersonville’s annual street festival.