Season Opening Day marks the first day of the 2025 season. This family-friendly, free event will feature many exciting activities and exhibits! From 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: · View new exhibits in the Welcome House (Välkommen Hus): "Explore the World of Immigrants," "Scandinavian Fish and Fishing," and "Birch: Art & Function." · See the […]
Gammelgården Museum is launching a new program in 2025, History & Heritage Book Club! From May through December 2025, we will be exploring 8 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 […]
The Fiber Arts Club at Gammelgården Museum will meet from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Bring a project you're working on, and join in conversation and community. This is a relaxing gathering for people with projects in progress or in the planning stages. This is the perfect […]
Gammelgården is accepting high-quality new and used items to sell during the Community-wide Garage Sale that will be held on May 29th-31st. Proceeds from the items sold will be used to support the museum's restoration projects and events. Items can be dropped off on May 15th, 16th, and 17th from 11-3 and on May 18th […]
Gammelgården is accepting high-quality new and used items to sell during the Community-wide Garage Sale that will be held on May 29th-31st. Proceeds from the items sold will be used to support the museum's restoration projects and events. Items can be dropped off on May 15th, 16th, and 17th from 11-3 and on May 18th […]
Gammelgården is accepting high-quality new and used items to sell during the Community-wide Garage Sale that will be held on May 29th-31st. Proceeds from the items sold will be used to support the museum's restoration projects and events. Items can be dropped off on May 15th, 16th, and 17th from 11-3 and on May 18th […]
This beginning-level course is wonderful for those who want to learn how to crochet, but need some guidance about how to start. It also is a great class for those who have crocheted many years ago and need a little encouragement to get back into it. First, you learn about the best hooks and yarn […]
The Gammelgården Museum Silent Book Club meets on the third Sunday of each month from May through November from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Bring your favorite book from home to read, choose one from Gammelgården's non-lending library (there are books in English and Swedish), or purchase a book in the Butik (the museum's gift shop). There will […]
Gammelgården is accepting high-quality new and used items to sell during the Community-wide Garage Sale that will be held on May 29th-31st. Proceeds from the items sold will be used to support the museum's restoration projects and events. Items can be dropped off on May 15th, 16th, and 17th from 11-3 and on May 18th […]
NAMI MC flyer_Gammelgården Museum of Scandia 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 […]
Glad Mors Dag (glawd mohrs dawg) or Happy Mother’s Day! In 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. Spend Mother's Day honoring or remembering your mother by walking the museum grounds, seeing what's in bloom, going on […]
Gammelgården Museum will be participating in Scandia’s Community-Wide Garage Sale. This is your opportunity to purchase items that have been donated to the museum. Proceeds from the sale will be used to support Gammelgården’s events and restoration projects.