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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-aug26/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
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SUMMARY:Spelmansstämman
DESCRIPTION:Come to Gammelgården Museum for a free family-friendly event featuring Swedish/Nordic and East Indian folk music\, dance\, and visual arts. There also will be arts and crafts for children and adults; historic building tours; an arts\, crafts\, and vendors fair; and artist demonstrations. Both Swedish and East Indian food and beverages will be available for purchase. \nSpelmansstämman was recognized as one of the best ten summer festivals in Minnesota by TravelMag.com. Read about it HERE. \nNOTE: The schedule\, including the performers and artists\, is being developed for 2026. Below is the information that is curent as of March 15\, 2026. \nSpelmansstamman 2025 Poster \n \n  \nMUSIC PERFORMANCES \n\n\n\n\n\nSpelmansstämman is a long-standing Swedish folk music tradition based on outdoor gatherings (stämma) of Swedish musicians (spelman) to share music\, friendship\, and playing. At a traditional stämma\, a small group of musicians share tunes they love and have in common. \nGammelgården’s 36th annual Spelmansstämman will feature multiple musicians performing throughout the day. \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS  \nCome for the full day – or part of the day. Following is the general schedule of events: \n10-12: \n\nCross-Cultural Art \n\nSwedish Craft Project: TBD – Welcome House\nJapanese Craft Project: Origami and painting – Welcome House\nSwedish and Japanese Weaving Comparison – SAORI weaving and Bengala Dyeing with COMPAS Teaching Artist Chaiki O’Brien – Welcome House and Museum Grounds\n\n\n\n10-4: \n\nHistoric Building Tours – Docents in Buildings (10-4). Tours for those who are Hearing Impaired (with headphones) or Deaf (ASL interpreter) – Meet at the Reception Desk at the Welcome House\nArtists\, Crafters\, and Vendors Fair – Museum Grounds\n\nCarol’s Glass Creations\nChickadee Forest\nCynthia DeMar Arts – (also demonstrating metalsmithing) \nScandia Sister City Committee\nShaped by Water\nWashington County Master Gardeners – Milkweed\, Monarchs\, and Pollinators Team (also doing hands-on activities with children and adults)\n\n\n\nScandia Butik Gift Shop – Welcome House \n\nDo a Scavenger Hunt and Get a Prize – Historic Buildings/Museum Grounds\nExhibits – Welcome House\nOutdoor Games – Museum Grounds\n\nFood for Sale – 10-4 \n\nFood Trucks Serving American and Asian Food – Front of Welcome House\n\n\n\n12:00  \n\nParade of Performers/Grand March followed by group introductions and Allspell (all groups play) – From the front of the Welcome House\, around the west side of the building\, and to Barn Stage 1\n\nBarn Stage 2 – 12:00-3:30 \n\n\n12:15-3:00 – During short breaks between performances\, be entertained by Ross Sutter. \n12:15 – \n1:00 – \n1:30 – \n2:00 – \n2:30 – \n3:00 – \n3:25 – Closing Allspel and Nordic Closing Tune: Hälsa Dem Därhemma (led by Ross Sutter) \n  \nOld Church Stage – 12:00-2:55 \n12:00 – Instrument Petting Zoo – See and touch instruments up close\, and ask questions about how they are played. Explore the nyckelharpa\, pump organ\, hardingfele\, pipes\, cittern\, accordion\, violin\, and guitar. \n1:00 – \n1:30 – \n2:00 – \n2:30 – Building opens again for self-guided tours. A Gammelgården Museum tour guide is available to provide information and answer questions. \n\n\n\n\n\nVendor Fair Stage – 1:00-3:15 \n12:00 – \n12:20 – \n1:00 – \n1:30 – \n2:00 – \n2:20 – \n2:50 – \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nHearing-Assisted Listening Devices Available \nThis event is co-sponsored by Gammelgården Museum and Scandia Heritage Alliance.  \nThis event is made possible by the generous support of the Valley Arts Initiative – St. Croix Valley Foundation \nand Gammelgården Museum donors. \n 
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/spelmansstamman2026/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T121500
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED: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/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T120000
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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-sep26/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
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SUMMARY:Running of the Meatballs
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Running of the Meatballs during Scandia’s Taco Daze festival on the first Saturday after Labor Day.  Running of the Meatballs is our annual FUNdraiser. You purchase a meatball (really the number on a golf ball)\, and then cheer your meatball on\, as it rolls down Oakhill Road before the Taco Daze parade. You do not need to be present to win. \nYou can buy your meatballs ahead of time in the Gammelgården Museum of Scandia Butik (gift shop)\, or you can buy them during Taco Daze until 3 pm\, or until we run out.  Meatballs are $5 for 1\, or $20 for 5. \nPrizes: \n1. $500 Gift Card\n2. $275 Gift Card\n3. $150 Gift Card\n4. $100 Gift Card\n5. $100 Gift Card\n6. $100 Gammelgården Butik Gift Card\n7. $75 Gift Card\n8. $75 Gift Card\n9. $50 Gammelgården Butik Gift Card\n10. $50 Gift Card\n11. Last Ball! Meatballs and Swedish Mustard ($20 value) \nYou do need to be 18 years of age or older to purchase a meatball.  Come join us for the fun! \n*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* \nOFFICIAL RULES: \n\nSponsored by Gammelgården Museum\, Scandia\, Minnesota. Proceeds will be used by Gammelgården Museum for building restoration projects.\nRaffle tickets sold for this event include: one ticket for $5.00\, five tickets for $20.00. Only one ticket purchase is required to enter the raffle. Each numbered raffle ticket corresponds to a numbered meatball.\nCash\, check\, or debit card accepted for the sale of tickets.\nPersons under 18 years of age may NOT purchase a raffle ticket or win a prize.\nWinning ticket holders need not be present to win.\nAll meatballs in the race will be released at the same time and have an equal chance of winning.\nThe first 10 numbered meatballs to finish the race will win prizes 1 – 10 (as listed above) in the order finished. The last meatball to cross the finish line will receive prize number 11.\nSubstitution of prizes for cash or another type of merchandise or services is prohibited.\nThe race is officiated by judges. Spectators may watch but must not interfere with the release or running of the meatballs.\nWinners will be contacted via phone\, text\, and email by 4:30 p.m. on the day of the race. A list of winners will be posted at Meisters\, Scandia Community Center\, and Gammelgården Museum. Prizes may be picked up at Gammelgården Museum until 5:00 p.m. on the day of the race (September 12\, 2026) or any time after the race day during business hours:\nWednesday – Saturday\, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.\, Sunday\, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.\nWinners are responsible for any applicable fees or taxes.\nHELPLINE for problem gambling: 1-800-333-HOPE.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/running-of-the-meatballs-2026/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
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SUMMARY:Second-Hand Swedish Sale Donations Accepted
DESCRIPTION:Donations of Swedish Items Wanted!\n\nGammelgården Museum is preparing for its 6th annual Second-Hand Swedish Sale. We are looking for previously used Swedish glass\, ceramics\, linen\, metal\, jewelry\, and holiday items.\n\nDonations may be brought to Gammelgården from September 16th-October 11th on Wednesdays through Saturdays from 10-4 and Sundays from 1-4.\n\nAll proceeds from the sale benefit the museum’s restoration efforts.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/donations-wanted/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T121500
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20260221T182344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T182344Z
UID:10001599-1789553700-1789560900@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/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20260404T141747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T141747Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Darning and Mending with Riley Kleve
DESCRIPTION:Add some new life to well-loved clothing using basic darning and mending techniques. Students can bring some of their own clothes to darn and mend using tools and supplies provided by instructor Riley Kleve. Students will learn to select materials\, use various tools\, and care for mended and darned clothing in class. Students will leave with new techniques for beautiful mends that add color\, pattern\, and durability to their clothing. \n \nSchedule: During this short class\, students will get an introduction to methods of mending and darning that bring individuality to their clothing. There will be a balance of lecture\, demonstration\, and hands-on practice! For an additional $20\, students have the option of bringing a mending disc home to continue their repairs. \n \nPrerequisites/Skill Level/Age Requirements: \n\nNo prior experience required.\nAges 18+\n\nThe registration link for this class will be posted in May. \nCancellation Policy: Up to 3 weeks before the event – 50% refund. Under 3 weeks before the event\, no refunds. \nRiley Kleve is a nonbinary textile artist and educator creating collaborative work in community-led settings. Their work in weaving\, handspinning\, and embroidery draws from history to create a queerer vision for the future of textiles. Some recent highlights include weaving felted pins and inviting viewers to name them based on gender feelings they evoke\, creating a co-woven tapestry with over 110 attendees at a dusk-till-dawn arts festival\, and facilitating drop-in LGBT craft nights. Riley has a self-directed BA in craft from Hampshire College and is a 2024-26 Resident Artisan at North House Folk School.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/creative-darning/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T154500
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20260404T144750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T145112Z
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SUMMARY:Create a Kjolväskor (Skirt Pocket or Purse) with Natalie Norman
DESCRIPTION:​This two-day class with Natalie Norman is focused on making a kjolväskor (a skirt pocket or purse) featuring applique and embroidered designs.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSwedish kjolväskor were part of the Swedish folk dräkt (folk dress) and were used to carry oats or salt so the cows would follow the herder home. Today\, they may hold a cell phone or car keys. This practical decorative bag serves as a reminder of heritage and as a focal point of beauty\, as it carries your belongings\n\nSuggested Age: 15 years old to adult.The class fee of $135 includes the $25 materials fee. The materials fee includes:\n– Fabric and lining\n– Felt\n– Embroidery floss\n– Pattern\n– 1 needle\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note: The 8-hour class is divided between two days (October 3rd\, 5 1/2 hours and October 4th\, 2 1/2 hours).  \nThe registration link for this class will be posted in May. \nNatalie Norman has been part of the cultural needlework community for over 20 years\, participating as a vendor\, demonstrator\, and teacher at venues such as Gammelgården Museum\, American Swedish Institute\, and Marine Mills Folk School. Sponsored by the Swedish Embassy in Washington\, DC\, her embroidered work was featured in a traveling exhibition that visited five major American cities and concluded with a 15-month tour in Stockholm\, Sweden. In 2019\, Natalie received a fellowship from the American Scandinavian Foundation to study a traditional form of folk art. Courses in fritt broderi at Sätergläntan in Dalarna and påsöm at the Mora Folk School have since deepened her embroidery practice and strengthened her desire to share this passion with others. \nCancellation Policy: Up to 3 weeks before the event – 50% refund. Under 3 weeks before the event\, no refunds.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/kjolvaskor2026/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261004T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261004T154500
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
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SUMMARY:Create a Kjolväskor (Skirt Pocket or Purse) with Natalie Norman
DESCRIPTION:​This two-day class with Natalie Norman is focused on making a kjolväskor (a skirt pocket or purse) featuring applique and embroidered designs.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSwedish kjolväskor were part of the Swedish folk dräkt (folk dress) and were used to carry oats or salt so the cows would follow the herder home. Today\, they may hold a cell phone or car keys. This practical decorative bag serves as a reminder of heritage and as a focal point of beauty\, as it carries your belongings\n\nSuggested Age: 15 years old to adult.The class fee of $135 includes the $25 materials fee. The materials fee includes:\n– Fabric and lining\n– Felt\n– Embroidery floss\n– Pattern\n– 1 needle\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note: The 8-hour class is divided between two days (October 3rd\, 5 1/2 hours and October 4th\, 2 1/2 hours).  \nThe registration link for this class will be posted in May. \nNatalie Norman has been part of the cultural needlework community for over 20 years\, participating as a vendor\, demonstrator\, and teacher at venues such as Gammelgården Museum\, American Swedish Institute\, and Marine Mills Folk School. Sponsored by the Swedish Embassy in Washington\, DC\, her embroidered work was featured in a traveling exhibition that visited five major American cities and concluded with a 15-month tour in Stockholm\, Sweden. In 2019\, Natalie received a fellowship from the American Scandinavian Foundation to study a traditional form of folk art. Courses in fritt broderi at Sätergläntan in Dalarna and påsöm at the Mora Folk School have since deepened her embroidery practice and strengthened her desire to share this passion with others. \nCancellation Policy: Up to 3 weeks before the event – 50% refund. Under 3 weeks before the event\, no refunds.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/kjolvaskor2026/2026-10-04/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261009T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20260123T190840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T190840Z
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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-oct26/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20260404T150038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T150038Z
UID:10001628-1791628200-1791640800@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Fabric-Wrapped Clothesline Bowl with Kris Livingston
DESCRIPTION:Create a fun and functional fabric bowl in this beginner-friendly class. Using clothesline and fabric strips\, students will learn how to shape and stitch a three-dimensional bowl on the sewing machine while watching fabric patterns transform as the bowl takes shape. \n \nIn this class\, students will learn how to:\n– Wrap fabric smoothly around clothesline\n– Form a three-dimensional bowl using a sewing machine\n– Understand how fabric patterns change during the bowl-making process \nThe registration link for this class will be posted in May. \nCancellation Policy: Up to 3 weeks before the event – 50% refund. Under 3 weeks before the event\, no refunds. \nKris Livingston (she/her) has loved sewing since childhood. She has over 30 years of professional experience working in theater costume design\, custom home furnishings\, children’s applique for retail\, as well as a teacher. Kris aims to spark joy with her designs\, products\, and teaching. https://www.facebook.com/LivingstonCustomDesign/
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/fabricbowl/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T121500
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20260221T182344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T182344Z
UID:10001600-1792577700-1792584900@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/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20260126T213819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T213819Z
UID:10001581-1794096000-1794182399@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Fars Dag (Father's Day) in Sweden
DESCRIPTION:Fars Dag – or Father’s Day – is celebrated on the second Sunday in November in Sweden\, instead of in June. Father’s Day in Sweden was initially celebrated in June\, but then various commercial organizations wanted it moved in 1931\, so it wouldn’t compete with Mother’s Day (Mors dag) on the last Sunday of May.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/fars-dag-fathers-day-in-sweden-2026/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20260123T190931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T190931Z
UID:10001573-1794565800-1794571200@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-nov26/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T121500
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20260221T182344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T182344Z
UID:10001601-1794996900-1795004100@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/2026-11-18/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Mindful-Creations-Cyanotype.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261126
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20260126T213423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T213423Z
UID:10001580-1795564800-1795651199@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Museum is Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Gammelgården Museum is closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. The museum will reopen on Black Friday at 10 a.m.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/museum-is-closed-for-the-thanksgiving-holiday-2026/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261127
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20260126T213046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T213046Z
UID:10001579-1795651200-1795737599@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Thanksgiving - Museum is Closed
DESCRIPTION:Happy Thanksgiving from Gammelgården Museum of Scandia! \nThe museum will be closed today to give our staff and volunteers time to spend with their families\, friends\, and loved ones.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/thanksgiving-museum-is-closed-2026/
LOCATION:MN
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Good-Wishes-on-Thanksgiving.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20260123T191007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T191007Z
UID:10001574-1796985000-1796990400@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-dec26/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261216T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261216T121500
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20260221T182344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T182344Z
UID:10001602-1797416100-1797423300@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/2026-12-16/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270101
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20260126T212542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T212542Z
UID:10001577-1797811200-1798761599@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Closed for the Season
DESCRIPTION:With the exception of a few days from January-April 2027\, Gammelgården Museum is closed from today until the first Saturday in May.
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/closed-for-the-season-2026/
LOCATION:Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia\, 20880 Olinda Trail North\, Scandia\, MN\, 55073\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261226
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20250302T145118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T212015Z
UID:10001023-1798156800-1798243199@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Merry Christmas/God Jul from Gammelgården Museum of Scandia!
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/christmas-2026/
LOCATION:MN
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/God-Jul-Merry-Christmas-Tomte.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261226
DTSTAMP:20260404T101515
CREATED:20260126T212825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T212825Z
UID:10001578-1798156800-1798243199@gammelgardenmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Merry Christmas/God Jul from Gammelgården Museum of Scandia!
URL:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/event/christmas-2026-2/
LOCATION:MN
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gammelgardenmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/God-Jul-Merry-Christmas-Tomte.jpg
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