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  • Children’s Storytime

    Children’s Storytime
    Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia 20880 Olinda Trail North, Scandia, MN, United States

    Children’s Storytime at Gammelgården offers a delightful monthly early literacy program designed for young children and their families. Hosted by Suzie Simonson, Children's Storytime introduces little ones to the joys of reading through engaging read-alouds. The storyteller will read a variety of stories that highlight Swedish culture and Scandinavian heritage. This free drop-in Children's Storytime […]

  • 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

  • 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

  • Scandia Adventures – Featuring Holiday Sales in the Butik

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

    On Thursday, November 19, 2026, Gammelgården will be participating in Scandia Adventures along with other local businesses. Visit all the businesses for great deals on a variety of products. The Butik will be offering 15% off the following items on November 19th:- Cookies- Crispy Onions- Jam- Christmas Napkins and Linens- Selected Christmas Cookbooks

  • Author Talk: Sun Yung Shin “What We Hunger For: Refugee and Immigrant Stories about Food and Family”

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

    Sun Yung Shin edited What We Hunger For, a collection of 14 essays by refugee and immigrant writers exploring how food, family, and migration intersect, and she has shared these stories in interviews and live events. On November 21st from 10:30 a.m.-12:00 noon, Sun Yung Shin will do an author talk and book signing at […]

    Free

  • Museum is Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday

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

    Gammelgården Museum is closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. The museum will reopen on Black Friday at 10 a.m.

  • Thanksgiving – Museum is Closed

    Happy Thanksgiving from Gammelgården Museum of Scandia! The museum will be closed today to give our staff and volunteers time to spend with their families, friends, and loved ones.

  • Black Friday Deals & Discounts in the Butik (Gift Shop)

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

    Get special deals and discounts on Black Friday at Gammelgården Museum. The Butik (gift shop) and Jul Shop (Christmas Shop) are open from 10-4.

  • Small Business Saturday

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

    Gammelgården Museum's Butik (Gift Shop) will be open from 10-4 on Small Business Saturday. Customers will receive a 20% discount on purchases in the Butik (excluding sale and consignment items, memberships, and gift certificates). Gammelgården members will receive an additional 10% discount (30% off!). Sample some products so you can try them before you buy […]

  • Museum Store Sunday/Lighting of the Candelabras

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

    Museums foster appreciation and knowledge of history, art, culture, nature, and science. When you purchase an item from Gammelgården's gift shop, you help to sustain the museum’s service to their community and the public. Products found in museum stores are curated just like the works displayed in their respective institutions, with many items often developed […]

  • Holiday Music by DeCantus

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

    The second annual holiday music concert by DeCantus is from 2-3 p.m on the second floor of the Welcome House (Välkommen Hus). Hear this a capella ensemble sing a variety of winter/Christmas songs, including the Minnesota premiere of Lucia Stiger Fram (Lucia Steps Forward) written by Anna Cederberg-Orreteg, a Swedish choral composer.

  • Annie’s Jul-themed Coffee Party

    Annie’s Jul-themed Coffee Party
    Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia 20880 Olinda Trail North, Scandia, MN, United States

    Join us for a Jul-themed Annie’s Coffee Party.  There will be three courses of food along with coffee and tea.  The courses will include: – Breads – including cardamom bread, scones, and a variety of spreads. – Meats and cheeses - including crackers and fresh fruit. – Desserts – including rice pudding and assorted cookies. […]

    $25