Waffle Day Pop-Up Café

Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

It's that time of year again...Waffle Day! What better way to celebrate than with waffles from the Swedish American Museum? Stop by to grab yours while they last! More details to come on our website.

Semla Day Pop-Up Cafe

Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

Celebrate the season before Easter with Sweden’s beloved treat, the semla bun. You can pre-order some here to take home or come by to enjoy semla buns and coffee at the Museum.

Semla Day

Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

Celebrate the season leading up to Easter with Sweden's beloved sweet treat, the semla bun. Place your order today here so you can try the Museum's version of this centuries-old classic seasonal dish. Check back soon for information on order pickup on Feb. 13.

The Museum at Andersonville Fika Fest

Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

Join as we and other Andersonville businesses unite for food, warm beverages and shopping (coffee grounds in our Store will be 15% off!). There will be fun ways to become better acquainted with the Museum and Swedish culture! We'll have a popup cafe, treats for the Coffee and Cocoa Crawl, and we'll be hosting the […]

What You See Is What You Get By Johan Wahlstrom

Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

Wahlstrom is a 5th generation Swedish artist from Stockholm. He began his artistic career in music and transitioned to painting in 1998. He often pulls inspiration from his previous career as a musician and from his experiences traveling the world. Wahlstrom continuously looks to critique and re-frame society through his comedic, abstract style. In “What […]

Andersonville Arts Weekend

    Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

    The Swedish American Museum will take part in Andersonville Arts Weekend. They will display artwork from Evoke Tattoo's tattoo artists in Andersonville.

    Bold will Hold: Tattoo Drawing Workshop

      Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

      Come hang out and talk about the basics of what makes a timeless tattoo and then practice drawing and painting an American traditional tattoo design.

      $5 – $10

      Genealogy Session IN PERSON

        Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

        Swedish American Museum members will talk about their journey learning about their family past as well as discussing Bible inventory and how that research can be used.

        $10

        Scandinavian Dance Evening

          Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

          This year we will ease back into dancing at a dance workshop. All experience levels are welcome to this free evening of Scandinavian Dance held by Linda and Paul.

          $10

          Tattoo: Identity Through Ink

            Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

            This exhibit explores personal and collective identity through tattoo traditions, past and present. For more than 5000 years, people have used tattoos to beautify, heal, or empower.

            SWEDISH SOMMARLÄGER

              Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

              A hands-on camp with a different theme every day! Kids ages 6-12 will play Viking games, do traditional arts and crafts, dance, tell stories, become inventors, and explore the outdoors!

              $325

              Tantalizing Treasures Sale

                Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

                The Swedish American Museum will take part in the Andersonville Sidewalk Sale. Come find your treasures old and new.

                Family Art Event

                  Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

                  Interact with the Swedish American Museum's exhibit “Letters from Home.” You will create a collaborative art piece, write your own letters, and learn more about the art in the exhibit.

                  $5

                  Summer Camp

                    Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

                    A hands-on camp celebrating Midsummer! Kids ages 6-12 will explore nature, craft and play games, learn songs and dances, and eat Swedish foods during the longest days of the year!

                    $200 – $275

                    Jenny Lind Concert

                      Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

                      Join the Swedish American Museum for their annual Jenny Lind concert, featuring Josefine Mindus accompanied by pianist Rebecca Elsgard.

                      Midsommarfest

                        Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

                        Celebrate Swedish summer tradition with eclectic music, great vendors, and more! Swedish American Museum will have a maypole, beer tent, Store tent, craft table and café.

                        Free – $10

                        Swedish National Day Pop-up Café

                          Swedish American Museum 5211 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

                          Celebrate Swedish National day at the Museum'€™s pop-up café. In addition to our regular spread we will serve some pastries fit for the National Day.