The Secondhand Swedish Sale

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Mark your Calendars: October 16th-19th We seek donations and volunteers for our annual sale! Please join us to welcome guests, arrange items, and run the check-out booth. We are accepting donations for the sale from September 17th -…

Help Continue an Annual Tradition: Running of the Meatballs Volunteer Coordinator Wanted 

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Gammelgården is seeking a volunteer or team of volunteers to oversee the Running of the Meatballs race, starting in 2026. This is a multi-year commitment to ensure the annual fundraiser benefiting the museum can continue in future years. The…

Children’s Storytime a Hit! 

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Gammelgården Museum's Children's Storytime, led by Grace (Gammelgården's Librarian and Children's Programming Coordinator), has become a valuable weekly event for young children and their families with engaging stories and songs. This program…

Puppet Show at the Museum on the 4th of July Weekend

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Gammelgården Museum hosted Open Eye Theatre's puppet show, The Adventures of Katie Tomatie, on Saturday, July 5th. Children and adults enjoyed the performance inside the Welcome House. Audience members were able to see the puppets up…

A big thank you to our Midsommardagen Volunteers!

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We so appreciate everyone’s help in setting up the grounds, preparing and selling delicious Swedish food, helping with kid’s crafts, greeting guests, sharing information about our historic buildings, and the many, many other activities that…

Midsommardagen in Sweden

In Sweden, Midsummer Day is celebrated on the weekend closest to June 24th. The celebration features dancing, traditional games, and a variety of delicious food. Nature is integral to Midsommar traditions. Birch is used to decorate homes,…

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…