Luciadagen Essay Contest

This year, Gammelgården Museum of Scandia is offering a special opportunity for youth in grades 5-12 to participate in the Luciadagen programs at the museum on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at 6:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. This is open to all youth.…

Register for Events in October-December

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There are many upcoming events from October through December. Click on the link for more information and to register. ** Scandia Evening Adventures - Thursday, October 19, November 16, and December 21 - 5-8 pm. This is your opportunity…

Second-hand Swedish Sale

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The Second-hand Swedish Sale is a great opportunity to purchase lovely pre-owned Swedish glass, ceramics, linens, metal, jewelry, and holiday items. Vendors who have Swedish items in good to excellent condition are welcome to sell at the…

Be a Demonstrator or Participant in the Artists & Crafters Fair

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Gammelgården Museum of Scandia is seeking individuals who would like to be demonstrators, sell their products, and/or have an information table for any or all three of Gammelgården’s major events this summer: –        Opening…

Storytime with Lynne

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With another snowfall overnight, the book that Gammelgården's Director, Lynne Moratzka, picked out to read on March 1st - The Mitten - was a perfect story for the day. In addition to the book, children did an activity and learned about…

Lines from Lynne – from the March 2023 Kul News

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First of all, thanks for opening and reading this Kul News! It is a great preview of our plans for Gammelgården in this - our 51st year. Reaching this milestone is thanks to all of you for your support and encouragement.This winter,…

Needlefelting Workshop

During February, Gammelgården held two needlefelting workshops. People of all ages - from elementary-school age to seniors - participated in the classes. Jenny Mayer (on the left in the photo below) led the class on how to use the barbed…

Swedish Samtalscirkel (Conversation Circle)

We had a great turnout for the Swedish Samtalscirkel (Conversation Circle) today - Saturday, February 11th. There were people of all ages - from youth to seniors! Next month, on Saturday, March 11th, there will be another Conversation Circle.…

Vinterfest 2023

Scandia Vinterfest Saturday, February 4, 2023           Gammelgården Museum of Scandia participated in Scandia's Vinterfest 2023 on Saturday, February 4, 2023, with a variety of activities held at the museum. Hundreds of…

Annual Meeting 2023

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Gammelgården held its annual meeting on Sunday, January 8th to a full room. Members, supporters, board members, and staff enjoyed appetizers and desserts while listening to an update from Gammelgården's Director (Lynne Moratzka), Elim Lutheran…