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  • Sustainable Sewing

    Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia 20880 Olinda Trail North, Scandia, MN, United States

    This is an ideas class versus a hands-on class. Participants are invited to bring favorite clothes for mending or upcycling ideas, but the instructor will focus ideas on how to: […]

    $50

  • Crochet a Rag Rug

    Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia 20880 Olinda Trail North, Scandia, MN, United States

    Rag rugs have a long history and continue the tradition of reusing fabrics in a sustainable way. Traditional braided rugs can last years, but over time the thread used to sew the braids together can deteriorate and create holes. With crocheted rugs, there is no sewing meaning they hold up better. In this class, students […]

    $55

  • Midsommardagen

    Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia 20880 Olinda Trail North, Scandia, MN, United States

    This Swedish festival is perhaps the most popular one of the year. Join us at Gammelgården Museum for this outdoor festival celebrating the beauty of the Summer Day. Dating back to ancient times, Midsommardagen marks the longest day of the year and welcomes back warm weather. Enjoy traditional Swedish music, group folk dancing, hands-on activities, […]

  • Museum Closed – 4th of July

    Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia 20880 Olinda Trail North, Scandia, MN, United States

    Gammelgården Museum is closed on the 4th of July.

  • Northern Bedrock Reroofing the Pastor’s House

    Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia 20880 Olinda Trail North, Scandia, MN, United States

    A crew from Northern Bedrock will begin and complete about half of the re-roofing of the Pastor's House from July 8th-14th. The crew will arrive on the 7th and depart on the 15th.

  • History & Heritage Book Club

    Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia 20880 Olinda Trail North, Scandia, MN, United States

    Book Club 2026 From May through December 2026, we will be exploring eight books related to Nordic history and heritage; and Swedish lifestyles and traditions. There are both fiction and […]

    Free

  • Solar Jar Natural Dyeing with the Textile Center

    Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia 20880 Olinda Trail North, Scandia, MN, United States

    This two-hour class will include eco printing with steam and fresh botanicals on mordanted bandanas. While the steam sets the cloth, participants will learn how to use the same fresh […]

    $55

  • NAMI Mindful Creations

    NAMI Mindful Creations
    Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia 20880 Olinda Trail North, Scandia, MN, United States

    NAMI Minnesota Mindful Creations Support Group, is a group that focuses on building resiliency and strengthening mental well-being through education, creative expression through art, and the support of others in […]

    Free

  • Embroidered and Appliquéd Pillow with Natalie Norman

    Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia 20880 Olinda Trail North, Scandia, MN, United States

    Join a short course where we will combine embroidery with appliqué to finish a small decorative pillow top.  Choose from 1 of 3 apron designs, each displaying a fabric from […]

  • Guidelines for Cleaning Collections Materials: Focus on Decorative Arts and Historic House Collections

    Guidelines for Cleaning Collections Materials: Focus on Decorative Arts and Historic House Collections
    Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia 20880 Olinda Trail North, Scandia, MN, United States

    This two-day, in-person workshop led by the Midwest Art Conservation Center (MACC) for up to 20 participants will provide instruction on the ethics, hazards, and benefits of cleaning cultural heritage […]

  • Guidelines for Cleaning Collections Materials: Focus on Decorative Arts and Historic House Collections

    Guidelines for Cleaning Collections Materials: Focus on Decorative Arts and Historic House Collections
    Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia 20880 Olinda Trail North, Scandia, MN, United States

    This two-day, in-person workshop led by the Midwest Art Conservation Center (MACC) for up to 20 participants will provide instruction on the ethics, hazards, and benefits of cleaning cultural heritage […]