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  • 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 […]

  • 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 non-fiction books; and authors from the United States and Sweden.   Join other book lovers every second Friday of the month from 10:30 AM – […]

    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 botanicals to create solar dye jars, which they'll take home with them. At the end of class, participants will unveil the completed eco-printed cloth and take home […]

    $55

  • Building Restoration/Re-Roofing Presentation for Pioneer and Life Members; and Capital Campaign Donors

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

    Pioneer and Life Members, and Capital Campaign donors at the $1,000+ level are invited to a presentation on the Pastor's House building restoration project and a demonstration about how the roof is being removed and replaced. More information and an invitation will be mailed to these members and donors in June.

    Free

  • 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 a safe and confidential environment.   Each meeting will focus on one mental health topic and include a brief educational session, a hands-on art activity, […]

    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 material artifacts that are stable and in good condition. With a mix of lectures and hands-on practical exercises, the workshop will cover specific techniques for […]

  • 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 22nd-28th. The crew will arrive on the 21st and depart […]

  • 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 material artifacts that are stable and in good condition. With a mix of lectures and hands-on practical exercises, the workshop will cover specific techniques for […]

  • Zippered Pouches with Kris Livingston

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

    Learn two easy, but professional looking, methods to make zipper pouches. Pouches can be made in any size to hold make-up, pencils, craft supplies, ear buds, travel items, toys, or tools. Create one for yourself or make a custom gift for someone special. Supply list: (Materials will make at least two pouches.) Sewing machine with […]

    $38

  • Applique All-Occasion Greeting Cards with Kris Livingston

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

    Delight recipients with a unique card for holidays, weddings, birthdays, or any other occasion. Fabric applique is sewn directly onto the paper card. Many embellishments can be added. This fun class will include many tips, ideas, and even patterns to get you started and inspired. By the end of the class, students will have the […]

    $38