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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.
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.
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.
Mark your calendars as we put up the Maypole to welcome summer to Chicago. This weekend also marks Andersonville’s annual street festival.
Exhibit Opening: Friday, March 22, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Start with Art: Wednesday, March 27, 7:30 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Family Night: Friday, April 5, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
“Routes to Roots” Artist Talk by Corinne D. Peterson: Thursday, April 25, 7 p.m.
Exhibit Closing: Sunday, June 23
Entangled Routes, the newest exhibit at the Swedish American Museum, blends nature and mixed media art all while exploring the artists’ Scandinavian heritage and their personal experiences of the landscape, people and myths of the North. Corinne D. Peterson, a sculptor of ceramics, is joined by her sons Tim Klassen, a collage artist, and Stephen Klassen, a visual artist working primarily with wood, in this special exhibit.
To learn more about the aritsts, click here for their statements: Entangled Routes Artist Statements
June 28 – Sept. 8, 2013
Exhibit Opening: Friday, June 28, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Gallery Walk: Saturday, June 29, 11 a.m.
Start with Art: Wednesday, July 24, 7:30 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Family Night: Friday, July 26, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Exhibit Closing: Sunday, Sept. 8, 4 p.m.
This multi-layered exhibition explores the rich culture of the Sámi, the indigenous population of northern Europe. The exhibit is a collaborative effort featuring more than 40 photographs by Danish-American photographer Birgitte Aarestrup; artifacts, text, and photographs illustrating Sámi history, traditional life, reindeer herding, and oral tradition from Ájtte, the Swedish Mountain and Sámi Museum; and Sámi handicrafts, known as duodji, from the collections of Sámi Duodji, the Sámi Handicraft Foundation
Sept. 13 – Nov. 24, 2013
Exhibit Opening: Friday, Sept. 13, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Gallery Walk: Saturday, Sept. 14, 11 a.m.
Start with Art: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 7:30 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Family Night: Friday, Sept. 20, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Exhibit Closing: Sunday, Nov. 24
Michael Söderlundh is a Swedish artist, active since the 1960s, who considers painting to be an unrivaled expression. His paintings evolve organically as he paints, and seek to discover new meanings beneath the known forms of nature. He has exhibited both in Sweden and abroad and has created many public art works for hospitals, subway stations and civic buildings throughout Sweden.
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.
Chicago Sister Cities International is hosting a viewing party for the Eurovision Song Contest, a popular singing competition that this year will take place in Malmö, Sweden. This is the show that gave ABBA their big break with the song Waterloo! The festivities start at 2 p.m. at John Barleycorn’s River North location this Saturday. For more information visit CSCI’s website. There is no cost to attend this event.
The Nordic Family Genealogy Center at the Swedish American Museum will host a genealogy presentation, “Will the Real Sven Larsson Please Stand Up,” given by Dr. Dan Hubbard. Scandinavian last names can be fluid and confusing, and Swedish geography easily trips up the uninitiated. Come find out how you can pick out the “real” Sven you are looking for when filling in your family tree! Click here for more information.
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.
Join us as the Merula, a Swedish choir based in Chicago, performs songs ranging from medieval England and 19th-century Sweden to the Muppets, Astrid Lindgren, Robyn and ABBA this Saturday. There will be traditional and not-so-traditional spring and summer music, and maybe a drinking song or two. For more information or to reserve your tickets click here.
Mother’s Day is just around the corner on May 12. Stop in to our Museum Store to find a unique gift for that special mom in your life. Currently we are running a special promotion on Kosta Boda–20 percent off! We also have in new pieces in the Edblad jewelry line, beautiful Ekelund textiles, books, and more.
This month only, we are having a sale on änders natural soap co. lotion. Artic Lingonberry, Pear Berry and Viking are just a few of the delicious scents we have in stock. Come in and pick out your favorite today!
Buy Tickets Now for the Entangled Routes Artist LectureJoin us on Thursday, April 25 for a lecture given by one of the creators of the current exhibit, Entangled Routes, Corinne D. Peterson. She will be speaking about her experiences of Scandinavia and her family’s heritage that inspired this collection of pieces created by her and her sons. Tickets to this event can be purchased online.
All are welcome–members and non-members–to attend this celebration of the Museum’s achievements and activities from the past year. On Tuesday, April 9, dinner begins at 6 p.m. and the annual meeting follows at 7:30 p.m. This is a great event to attend if you would like to get to know the Museum better or become involved as a volunteer. Get your tickets online today for this fun celebration. Cost for the dinner is $20; meeting is free.
This month only, we are having a sale on änders natural soap co. lotion. Artic Lingonberry, Pear Berry and Viking are just a few of the delicious scents we have in stock. Come in and pick out your favorite today!
Buy Tickets Now for the Entangled Routes Artist Lecture Join us on Thursday, April 25 for a lecture given by one of the creators of the current exhibit, Entangled Routes, Corinne D. Peterson. She will be speaking about her experiences of Scandinavia and her family’s heritage that inspired this collection of pieces created by her and her sons. Tickets to this event can be purchased online.
April starts with a bang for families at the Swedish American Museum. Our after-school program Hejsan takes place on Thursday at 3:30 p.m. The theme of Hejsan continues to be pioneer crafts and games with this session’s focus on basket weaving. Friday, April 5 is Family Night at the Museum. Kids can do crafts related to our current exhibit, Entangled Routes, in the gallery or play at the Brunk Children’s Museum of Immigration–open late just for the evening from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Finally, on Sunday Bullerbyn, the Swedish-language playgroup for little vikings, is back after a short break. Bullerbyn kicks off at 10:15 a.m.
All are welcome–members and non-members–to attend this celebration of the Museum’s achievements and activities from the past year. On Tuesday, April 9, dinner begins at 6 p.m. and the annual meeting follows at 7:30 p.m. This is a great event to attend if you would like to get to know the Museum better or become involved as a volunteer. Get your tickets online today for this fun celebration. Cost for the dinner is $20; meeting is free.
Looking for something fun to do and a new space for the kids to explore? Brunk Children’s Museum of Immigration will be extending its normal hours Monday, March 25 through Thursday, March 28. The Children’s Museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on those days. On Wednesday, March 27 we will have Easter crafts all day! Come learn about Swedish Easter traditions from witches to putting feathers in trees.
The Museum will be closed on Friday, March 29 and on Sunday, March 31 in observance of the Easter holiday. Normal hours will be in place for Saturday, March 30. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at 773.728.8111.
Friday, March 22, 6 p.m.
Join us for the opening of our newest exhibit, “Entangled Routes,” featuring ceramic sculptor, Corinne D. Peterson and her sons Tim Klassen, a collage artist, and Stephen Klassen, a visual artist working primarily with wood. The various mixed media pieces of this exhibit are rooted in the artists’ Scandinavian heritage and their experience of the landscape, people and myths of the North.
Thursday, March 21, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
The Spring 2013 theme for Hejsan is pioneer crafts and games, and this Thursday we will learn about whirligigs. The after-school program is designed for children ages 5 to 10, where kids learn about particular topics in Swedish-American culture and make themed crafts. Younger children are welcome under the supervision of an adult. Cost: $1 per child. Reservations are recommended.
Looking for something fun to do and a new space for the kids to explore? Brunk Children’s Museum of Immigration will be extending its normal hours Monday, March 25 through Thursday, March 28. The Children’s Museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on those days.
The Museum will be closed on Friday, March 29 and on Sunday, March 31 in observance of the Easter holiday. Normal hours will be in place for Saturday, March 30. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at 773.728.8111.
Saturday, March 16, 10 a.m.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Swedish-American Family “Påsk” Workshop is postponed and will not take place this Saturday. Stay tuned for more information as we reschedule this fun family event.
Celebrate Easter by learning about traditional Swedish Easter food, decorate a påskris, and paint eggs in both the Swedish and American way. Children dressed up in Easter costumes will receive a special treat. Swedish fruit punch and delicious open-faced sandwiches will be served during the workshop. Cost: $10 members, $15 non-members. Reservations are required and can be made online.
Looking for something fun to do and a new space for the kids to explore? Brunk Children’s Museum of Immigration will be extending its normal hours Monday, March 25 through Thursday, March 28. The Children’s Museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on those days.
The Museum will be closed on Friday, March 29 and on Sunday, March 31 in observance of the Easter holiday. Normal hours will be in place for Saturday, March 30. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at 773.728.8111.
