Family Programs

Hejsan - Children’s After-school Program

Every 1st and 3rd Thursday, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., September - June.

The after-school program is designed for children ages 5 to 10. Younger children are welcome under the supervision of an adult. Cost: $1 per child. Reservations recommended.

    Spring 2010 - Swedish holidays and traditions

  • Jan. 7 - New Years
  • Jan. 21 - Namesakes Day
  • Feb. 4 - Winter Sports
  • Feb. 18 - Pippi Longstocking
  • March 4 - Dala Horse
  • March 18 - Sami Culture
  • April 1 - Easter
  • April 15 - Walpurgis Night
  • May 6 - May Day
  • May 20 - Three Crowns
  • June 3 - National Day
  • June 17 - Midsommar

Pancakes with Pippi

Join Pippi Longstocking for Swedish pancakes, crafts, singing and dancing. A unique opportunity to meet Pippi and learn how to make pancakes Pippi-style. All ages are welcome. See calendar for date and cost.

Tomten hear Christmas wishes

Breakfast with Tomten

A Swedish pancake breakfast with traditional crafts, dancing around the Christmas tree and a special visit from Tomten. See calendar for date and cost.

Family Night

Free event with crafts for Children in the gallery space while parents can enjoy the current temporary exhibit. The Children’s Museum is also open. This is currently a quarterly event. See calendar dates and cost.

Information

Hours

General Museum:

  • Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Children's Museum:

  • Monday – Thursday: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Friday : 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Museum Store:

  • Monday – Thursday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Friday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Location

  • 5211 N. Clark St.
  • Chicago, IL 60640

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