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SUMMARY:Annie's Jul-Themed Coffee Party
DESCRIPTION: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:\n– Breads – including cardamom bread\, scones\, and a variety of spreads.\n– Meats and cheeses; breads and crackers; and fresh fruit.\n– Desserts – including rice pudding and assorted cookies. \nNew this year: Musicians will be performing holiday music at the 10:30 a.m. coffee party throughout the time (except when mini-presentations on Swedish holiday traditions are being held). At the 1:30 coffee parties\, the musicians will perform during the first 15 minutes of each party. Each week\, there are different performers: \n\nDarcy Bell-Myers on the harp on December 6th.\nPonyfolk on December 13th.\nRenee Vaughan on the nychelharpa on 12/20.\n\nJoin us in the upper level of the Welcome House (Välkommen Hus) which will be decorated for the holiday season. Feel free to shop in the museum’s Gift Shop (Butik) while you are there. We have many wonderful products for Jul (Christmas) time and year-round. \n\n\nCost: $25 per person \n\n\nThe coffee parties are not appropriate for children under 5 years old. \nBe sure to RSVP by calling the Butik. No walk-ins will be accepted.  Space is limited to 36 guests.  To RSVP\, please call the Butik at (651) 433-5053 on Wednesday-Saturday from 10 am – 4 pm and Sunday from 1 pm – 4 pm. \nCancellation Policy: Up to 3 weeks before the event – 50% refund. Under 3 weeks before the event\, no refunds.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/annies-jul-themed-coffee-party-6/2025-12-20/1/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T163910Z
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SUMMARY:Annie's Jul-Themed Coffee Party
DESCRIPTION: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:\n– Breads – including cardamom bread\, scones\, and a variety of spreads.\n– Meats and cheeses; breads and crackers; and fresh fruit.\n– Desserts – including rice pudding and assorted cookies. \nNew this year: Musicians will be performing holiday music at the 10:30 a.m. coffee party throughout the time (except when mini-presentations on Swedish holiday traditions are being held). At the 1:30 coffee parties\, the musicians will perform during the first 15 minutes of each party. Each week\, there are different performers: \n\nDarcy Bell-Myers on the harp on December 6th.\nPonyfolk on December 13th.\nRenee Vaughan on the nychelharpa on 12/20.\n\nJoin us in the upper level of the Welcome House (Välkommen Hus) which will be decorated for the holiday season. Feel free to shop in the museum’s Gift Shop (Butik) while you are there. We have many wonderful products for Jul (Christmas) time and year-round. \n\n\nCost: $25 per person \n\n\nThe coffee parties are not appropriate for children under 5 years old. \nBe sure to RSVP by calling the Butik. No walk-ins will be accepted.  Space is limited to 36 guests.  To RSVP\, please call the Butik at (651) 433-5053 on Wednesday-Saturday from 10 am – 4 pm and Sunday from 1 pm – 4 pm. \nCancellation Policy: Up to 3 weeks before the event – 50% refund. Under 3 weeks before the event\, no refunds.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/annies-jul-themed-coffee-party-6/2025-12-20/2/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20250302T143438Z
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Season
DESCRIPTION:With the exception of a few days from January-April 2026\, Gammelgården Museum is closed from today until the first Saturday in May.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/closed-for-the-season-2025/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260124
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Season
DESCRIPTION:Gammelgården is closed from December 21\, 2025 to January 23\, 2026. The museum is open from 10-4 on January 24\, 2026 (Vinterfest). Gammelgården is closed again for the season from January 25-May 1\, 2026. The museum will reopen for the 2026 season at 10 a.m. on May 2\, 2026.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/closed-for-the-season-4/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20251221T155658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T155659Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteers & Staff Take Down Holiday Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Staff and volunteers work together to take down the holiday exhibits and decorations; wrap and package the artifacts and artwork; and do inventory for the gift shop. \nVolunteers (teens and adults) are encouraged to help with this annual transition as we prepare for Vinterfest later in the month. \nSign up here to help: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948ABAA2EA3FAC16-61356552-vinterfest#/
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/volunteers-staff-take-down-holiday-exhibit-2/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20251221T155502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T155502Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteers & Staff Take Down Holiday Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Staff and volunteers work together to take down the holiday exhibits and decorations; wrap and package the artifacts and artwork; and do inventory for the gift shop. \nVolunteers (teens and adults) are encouraged to help with this annual transition as we prepare for Vinterfest later in the month. \nSign up here to help: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948ABAA2EA3FAC16-61356552-vinterfest#/
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/volunteers-staff-take-down-holiday-exhibit/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20251221T154907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T154907Z
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SUMMARY:Gammelgården Butik (Gift Shop) at CLC's Lutefisk Dinner
DESCRIPTION:This is your opportunity to get Scandinavian food and gifts to take home and enjoy after the delicious lutefisk and meatballs dinner at Christ Lutheran Church in Marine on St. Croix. \n\nThere will be a variety of items for purchase from Gammelgården’s Butik (Gift Shop) – food\, home decorations\, books\, clothing\, and more.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/butik-at-clcs-lutefisk-dinner-2026/
LOCATION:Christ Lutheran Church
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260118T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260118T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20251123T133413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T133413Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer and Member Appreciation Event with the Forest Lake Area Community Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Gammelgården volunteers and members are invited to this annual event. Invitations are mailed to those who have volunteered or joined/supported the museum in 2025. Please contact Ann at director@gammelgardenmuseum.org if you volunteered in 2025 and did not receive an invitation to the event. \nThis year\, we have a special program featuring the Forest Lake Area Community Orchestra. under the direction of Dave Livermore. The orchestra is composed of community members who have a sincere desire to continue making music with like-minded people. This is the first year the group has played together\, and this is their first performance! In keeping with the area’s heritage\, a program of works by Scandinavian composers was built. This special concert\, for Gammelgården’s members and volunteers\, will be a wonderful way to celebrate Scandinavian orchestral music. \nMembers and volunteers – RSVP by January 10th by emailing Ann at director@gammelgardenmuseum.org or calling 651-433-5053.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/volunteer-and-member-appreciation-event-2026/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T121500
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260221T182344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T182344Z
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SUMMARY:NAMI Mindful Creations
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nEach meeting will focus on one mental health topic and include a brief educational session\, a hands-on art activity\, and group discussion. \n  \nThere is no cost for the support groups. To register\, email your first and last name to sgc@namimn.org
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/nami-mindful-creations/2026-01-21/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20250701T131019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T195630Z
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SUMMARY:Vinterfest
DESCRIPTION:10 am – 4 pm – All Day\, Välkommen Hus 2nd Floor (Welcome House – big red building)\n\n\nView the Signs of Winter exhibit. \nShop at Gammelgården’s Butik (Gift Shop). \n\n\n\nActivities indoors at Gammelgården include: \n10:30 am – 12:00 pm – Signs of Winter Puzzle Competition\, Välkommen Hus 2nd Floor (big red Welcome House) \n\nEight teams of up to four people compete to be the first to complete a 1\,000-piece puzzle featuring winter images. Check-in at 10:15 am with the tournament starting at 10:30am. 1st\, 2nd and 3rd Place prizes will be awarded for the Puzzle Tournament. Must pre-register on EventBrite.  Spectators are welcome! \n \n12:30-3:30 – Play-and-Win Board and Card Games – Välkommen Hus 2nd Floor (Welcome House – big red building) \nPlay a variety of board and card games. There are games for all ages and abilities. Enter your name in a drawing to win your favorite game. All children and teens must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \n      \n12:30-3:30 Art Activities sponsored by Blick Art Materials. \n \n  \nMany Thanks to the Activity Sponsor at Gammelgården Museum: \n  \n \n  \nOther activities at Vinterfest – either outside at Gammelgården\, at the Scandia Community Center\, or Elim include:
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/vinterfest2026/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20251221T154627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T154627Z
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SUMMARY:Closed for the Season
DESCRIPTION:Gammelgården is closed from December 21\, 2025 to January 23\, 2026. The museum is open from 10-4 on January 24\, 2026 (Vinterfest). Gammelgården is closed again for the season from January 25-May 1\, 2026. The museum will reopen for the 2026 season at 10 a.m. on May 2\, 2026.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/closed-for-the-season-5/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T121500
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260221T182344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T182344Z
UID:10001592-1771409700-1771416900@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:NAMI Mindful Creations
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nEach meeting will focus on one mental health topic and include a brief educational session\, a hands-on art activity\, and group discussion. \n  \nThere is no cost for the support groups. To register\, email your first and last name to sgc@namimn.org
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/nami-mindful-creations/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T121500
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260221T182344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T182344Z
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SUMMARY:NAMI Mindful Creations
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nEach meeting will focus on one mental health topic and include a brief educational session\, a hands-on art activity\, and group discussion. \n  \nThere is no cost for the support groups. To register\, email your first and last name to sgc@namimn.org
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/nami-mindful-creations/2026-03-18/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T121500
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260221T182344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T182344Z
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SUMMARY:NAMI Mindful Creations
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nEach meeting will focus on one mental health topic and include a brief educational session\, a hands-on art activity\, and group discussion. \n  \nThere is no cost for the support groups. To register\, email your first and last name to sgc@namimn.org
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/nami-mindful-creations/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260221T182558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T182630Z
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SUMMARY:Tour Guide Training
DESCRIPTION:Join new and returning tour guides for training. Learn about new changes and updates to the tour schedule\, signage at the museum\, and exciting new projects and activities that will be happening in 2026.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/tour-guide-training-2026/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20251123T131054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T160228Z
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SUMMARY:Season Opening Day
DESCRIPTION:Season Opening Day marks the first day of the 2026 season. This family-friendly\, free event will feature many exciting activities and exhibits! \nFrom 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: \n\n\n· View new exhibits in the Welcome House (Välkommen Hus). \n\n\n\n\n· See the historic buildings and look for some artifacts that have not been displayed before. \n· Enjoy a variety of food from three food trucks. \n\n\n\n\n· Do hands-on historical activities by each of the buildings. \n\n\n\n\n· Shop at the Arts\, Crafts\, and Vendor Fair. Participating vendors as of March 15\, 2026\, include:\n– Carol’s Glass Creations\n– Chelsey’s Jams and Jellies\n– Chickadee Forest \n– Drew’s Blades\n– Nord Lake Reflections\n– Scandia Sister City Committee\n– Shaped by Water\n– UMN Extension Washington County Master Gardeners – Milkweed\, Monarchs\, and Pollinators Team \n\n\n\n\n· Watch artists and educators do demonstrations throughout the day. Participating demonstrators as of March 15\, 2026\, include:\n– UMN Extension Washington County Master Gardeners – Milkweed\, Monarchs\, and Pollinators Team – demonstrations about how native plants support diversity plus hands-on activities for youth and adults. \n\n\n\n\n· Support youth by shopping at the Kids Entrepreneur Market.  \n· Visit with organizations that have displays and information about immigrants and pioneers who were in Minnesota at the same time that Swedish immigrants were moving and settling in the state. A list of participating organizations will be posted closer to the event. \n· Play-and-Win Games – Sponsored by Stonemaier Games\n \n\n\n· Shop in Gammelgården’s gift shop (Butik) and see all the new products for 2026!\n\n\n· Visit with the Minnesota Genealogical Society and learn how to research your family’s ancestors. \n\n\n\n· Learn about volunteer opportunities at Gammelgården.\n\n\n\n· Temporary tattoos for kids. \n\n\n\n\n· Learn about the many restoration and accessibility projects happening at Gammelgården this year. \n\n\n\n\n· Beverages on site for purchase. \n\n\n\n\n· Check out a sensory kit\, if needed. (The museum has kits for both children and adults.) \n1:00 p.m. – Watch a presentation by the Living History Society of Minnesota about historic clothing and fashion from the 1800s.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/season-opening-day-2026/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260106T193040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T190456Z
UID:10001563-1778236200-1778241600@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:History & Heritage Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Book Club 2026 \nFrom 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. \n  \nJoin other book lovers every second Friday of the month from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. The History & Heritage Book Club will be held at Gammelgården Museum at 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN 55073. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with others in the community who love to read and want to discover some great books! \n  \n2026 Book List (for a book description\, visit the History & Heritage Book Club group on Facebook: \nMay – The Emigrants by Vilhelm Moberg – Fiction – *F\nJune – Nordic Wisdom – Simplify Your Life by Elisabeth Carolsson – *N\nJuly – Northwomen: Untold Stories from the Other Half of the Viking World – Heather Pringle – F\nAugust – Punished: A Novel – Ann Helen Laestadius – *F\nSeptember – The Place of Tides by James Rebanks – N\nOctober – I Go to America: Swedish America Women and the Life of Mina Anderson by Joy K. Lintelma – N\nNovember – The World of Cajsa Andersdotter: A Close-up View of Sweden in the 18th and 19th Century – Bengt Hallgren – *N\nDecember – Hanna’s Daughters by Marianne Fredriksson – *F \n* – Swedish\, Sámi\, or Swedish-American author\nF – Fiction\nN – Non-Fiction \n  \nPlease let the museum know you will be attending the book club\, by emailing: director@gammelgardenmuseum.org \nPhone: (651) 433-5053 \nFacebook Group: History & Heritage Book Club \n  \n 
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/history-heritage-book-club-may26/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T143000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260404T165656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T165656Z
UID:10001671-1778240700-1778250600@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Greeter Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The Greeter Gathering includes a free tour of the buildings\, a walk-through of the main exhibits in the Welcome House (focused on textiles and shoemaking)\, and fika. \nPlease sign up to let us know that you will be attending. Feel free to bring a friend who may be interested in being a greeter (make sure you let us know that person’s name and that they will be joining you).
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/greeter-gathering/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260403T124453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T124453Z
UID:10001604-1778929200-1778936400@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Green Thumb Gardening Group Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Attention Current and Prospective Gammelgården Gardeners: \nA speaker will make a presentation about gardening to the Gammelgården gardeners who work on the flower gardens. \nAfterwards\, the gardeners will look at the gardens surrounding the buildings and discuss the vision for each one. Information and instructions about what gardeners can do during the season will be provided. \nLunch is provided at the end of the gathering so there is time to enjoy one another’s company. \nPlease sign up to let us know if you will be attending this gathering. If you know of others who would like to plant\, weed\, water\, and maintain the flower gardens at Gammelgården\, bring them along. Make sure you sign them up so we know they will be attending as well.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/gardening-group-gathering/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T121500
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260221T182344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T182344Z
UID:10001595-1779272100-1779279300@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:NAMI Mindful Creations
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nEach meeting will focus on one mental health topic and include a brief educational session\, a hands-on art activity\, and group discussion. \n  \nThere is no cost for the support groups. To register\, email your first and last name to sgc@namimn.org
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/nami-mindful-creations/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T123000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260403T132144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T132611Z
UID:10001605-1779532200-1779539400@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Spring Cards with Monique Vernon
DESCRIPTION:Make three beautiful springtime cards during this class with Monique Vernon: \n\nA vintage waterfall sympathy/get well card\nA sunshine yellow bird pop-up card for a friend\, and \nA seed packet pocket card to send to someone special.\n\n \nCard kits and all supplies will be provided. Paper used in class may vary slightly from the photo.  \nThis class is for adults and youth 12+ (youth 12-14 years old must have a guardian with them). \nRegister on EventBrite HERE. \nMonique Vernon has been a paper art instructor since 2019 teaching classes at Community Thread in Stillwater and making cards for 15 years.\n\nCancellation Policy: Up to 3 weeks before the event – 50% refund. Under 3 weeks before the event\, no refunds.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/spring-cards/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T131500
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260403T144954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T150358Z
UID:10001606-1780136100-1780146900@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Embroidered Needlebook
DESCRIPTION:Embroidery is an old art form. It can be purely decorative or used for mending. All you need is a needle\, some type of thread\, and a foundation to stitch into.  \n \nThere are hundreds of stitch variations. Using different threads – silk vs. wool vs. cotton vs. synthetics – produces different looks.  \n \nOnce you become familiar with the basic stitches\, you can make your own embroidered needle book to store needles for your next project. \nThis class is for adults and 16+ year old youth\, and costs $55 per person. The class fee includes all the materials (handouts with instructions\, felt\, embroidery floss\, needles\, and scissors). Please bring glasses and/or a magnifying device (if you need them).  \nRegister on EventBrite HERE. \nCancellation Policy: Up to 3 weeks before the event – 50% refund. Under 3 weeks before the event\, no refunds.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/embroidered-needlebook/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260403T170845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T171018Z
UID:10001607-1780147800-1780155000@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Indigo Block Printed Market Tote
DESCRIPTION:Add charm to a reusable canvas grocery tote with block printed patterns and natural indigo dye! Your handiwork is sure to receive compliments while perusing the farmer’s market or packing for a summertime picnic. \n\n\nThe class fee is $55 per person\, which covers all tools\, materials\, and instruction from a teaching artist from the Textile Center.\n\n\nThe link for registration will be posted soon.\n\n\nCancellation Policy: Up to 3 weeks before the event – 50% refund. Under 3 weeks before the event\, no refunds.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/indigo-block-printed-market-tote/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260126T211117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T211117Z
UID:10001575-1780185600-1780271999@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Mors Dag (Mother's Day) in Sweden
DESCRIPTION:Glad Mors Dag (glawd mohrs dawg) or Happy Mother’s Day! \nIn Sweden\, Mother’s Day is celebrated on the last Sunday in May. Mothers in Sweden prefer to receive fresh flowers or gifts\, and breakfast in bed. \nSpend Mother’s Day honoring or remembering your mother by walking the museum grounds\, seeing what’s in bloom\, going on an afternoon tour of the historic buildings\, or seeing the current art exhibit!
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/mors-dag-mothers-day-in-sweden-2026/
LOCATION:MN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260126T211352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T211352Z
UID:10001576-1780704000-1780790399@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:National Day in Sweden
DESCRIPTION:National Day is a day when Swedes celebrate the memory of the election of the nation’s founding father\, Gustav Vasa\, on June 6\, 1523. \nIt was also on this day that a new constitution was adopted in 1809. The name was changed to Swedish Flag Day in 1983\, but it wasn’t until 2005 that it became an official public holiday. \nOn National Day in Sweden\, people enjoy Fika with friends\, sing\, dance\, and attend village events in the town square.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/national-day-in-sweden-2026/
LOCATION:MN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260403T173241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T173241Z
UID:10001608-1780963200-1781740799@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Northern Bedrock Replaces Logs in the Pastor's House
DESCRIPTION:Three crews from Northern Bedrock will be replacing between 11-14 logs in the Pastor’s House on the northwest and southeast sides of the building. The logs have rotted from age as well as water damage\, and will be replaced by 15 crew members. \nThe logs will be chainsawed to the approximate size. Once that step is complete\, each log will be hand-hewn\, as the Swedish immigrants did to build the Pastor’s Home in the 1800s. \nThe crews arrive on the 9th\, work from the 10th-16th\, and then pack up and travel back to Duluth on the 17th.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/northern-bedrock-replaces-logs-in-the-pastors-house/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260123T185343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T190557Z
UID:10001568-1781260200-1781265600@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:History & Heritage Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Book Club 2026 \nFrom 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. \n  \nJoin other book lovers every second Friday of the month from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. The History & Heritage Book Club will be held at Gammelgården Museum at 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN 55073. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with others in the community who love to read and want to discover some great books! \n  \n2026 Book List (for a book description\, visit the History & Heritage Book Club group on Facebook: \nMay – The Emigrants by Vilhelm Moberg – Fiction – *F\nJune – Nordic Wisdom – Simplify Your Life by Elisabeth Carolsson – *N\nJuly – Northwomen: Untold Stories from the Other Half of the Viking World – Heather Pringle – F\nAugust – Punished: A Novel – Ann Helen Laestadius – *F\nSeptember – The Place of Tides by James Rebanks – N\nOctober – I Go to America: Swedish America Women and the Life of Mina Anderson by Joy K. Lintelma – N\nNovember – The World of Cajsa Andersdotter: A Close-up View of Sweden in the 18th and 19th Century – Bengt Hallgren – *N\nDecember – Hanna’s Daughters by Marianne Fredriksson – *F \n* – Swedish\, Sámi\, or Swedish-American author\nF – Fiction\nN – Non-Fiction \n  \nPlease let the museum know you will be attending the book club\, by emailing: director@gammelgardenmuseum.org \nPhone: (651) 433-5053 \nFacebook Group: History & Heritage Book Club \n  \n 
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/history-heritage-book-club-june26/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260403T174249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T174450Z
UID:10001609-1781346600-1781352000@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Building Restoration/Log Replacement Presentation for Pioneer and Life Members; and Capital Campaign Donors
DESCRIPTION: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 of how the logs are hand-hewn and replaced in the building. \nMore information and an invitation will be mailed to these members and donors in May.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/building-restoration-log-replacement-presentation-for-pioneer-and-life-members-and-capital-campaign-donors/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T121500
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260221T182344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T182344Z
UID:10001596-1781691300-1781698500@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:NAMI Mindful Creations
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nEach meeting will focus on one mental health topic and include a brief educational session\, a hands-on art activity\, and group discussion. \n  \nThere is no cost for the support groups. To register\, email your first and last name to sgc@namimn.org
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/nami-mindful-creations/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
DTSTAMP:20260407T044647
CREATED:20260126T214531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T214531Z
UID:10001590-1781827200-1781913599@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Museum Closed for Juneteenth
DESCRIPTION:Gammelgården Museum will be closed in observance of Juneteenth. \nWhat is Juneteenth? From Wikipedia: \nJuneteenth\, officially Juneteenth National Independence Day\, is a federal holiday in the United States. It is celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States.  \nThe holiday’s name is a portmanteau of the words “June” and “nineteenth”\, as it was on June 19\, 1865 when Major General Gordon Granger ordered the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas at the end of the American Civil War. \n In the Civil War period\, slavery came to an end in various areas of the United States at different times. Many enslaved Southerners escaped\, demanded wages\, stopped work\, or took up arms against the Confederacy of slave states.  \nIn January 1865\, Congress finally proposed the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution for national abolition of slavery. By June 1865\, almost all enslaved were freed by the victorious Union Army\, or abolition laws in some of the remaining U.S. states. When the national abolition amendment was ratified in December\, the remaining enslaved in Delaware and in Kentucky were freed.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/museum-closed-for-juneteenth-2026/
LOCATION:MN
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