Lucia is celebrated on Dec. 13 in Sweden and we honor this special day along with our Andersonville neighbors. St. Lucia was known for her generous spirit. Children dress up as St. Lucia, wearing crowns of candles and singing throughout the neighborhood, and someone will be crowned this year's Lucia...
Join us for a special Swedish meal and a visit from Tomten at this holiday event for the whole family. The event will begin at 9 a.m. and conclude at approximately 11 a.m. It is recommended that you arrive as close to 9 a.m. as possible in order to ensure that your party will be seated together....
Join us for a special Swedish meal and a visit from Tomten at this holiday event for the whole family. The event will begin at 9 a.m. and conclude at approximately 11 a.m. It is recommended that you arrive as close to 9 a.m. as possible in order to ensure that your party will be seated together....
Svenska Skolan (10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) is for children of school age (Kindergarten – High School) who speak Swedish. Taking place on the same dates as Svenska Skolan, Bullerbyn (10 a.m. - 11 a.m.) is a time for singing cherished children’s songs, reading humorous tales and having lots of fun in Swedi...
You will learn to make some Swedish holiday treats. All skill levels are welcome. This will be an in person class at the Museum. Will you be baking for the holidays? You can purchase kitchen supplies in the Museum Store! ...
You are invited to join us for a traditional Christmas church service, held in Swedish, at Ebenezer Lutheran Church just west of the Museum. 1650 W. Foster Ave. Chicago, IL 60640 ...
A festive and traditional Swedish Christmas smörgåsbord will be served. Children are invited to participate in a St. Lucia procession, and there will be a special visit from Tomten. Food provided by Tre Kronor Restaurant. $70 for members. $80 for non-members $20 for children 12 and under ...
The Museum book club reads a wide range of books from the Nordic countries that can be bought in the Museum Store. In December we will discuss Everything is Not Enough by Lolá Ákínmádé Åkerström. Swedish American Museum is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Swedish American Museu...