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 – […]
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. More information and an invitation will be mailed to these members and donors in May.
Come join Ezra and August to learn about the practice of Dalmåning, a form of Swedish decorative folk painting used to adorn wooden furniture and painted on linen. You […]
Bring your creativity to Gammelgården as you learn about and create your own crop art canvas. Led by Ann Gentry, an award-winning crop artist, create an image using various shapes, colors, and sizes of seeds, legumes, and grains. In this hands-on workshop (which includes all supplies), you will learn how to create a design, prepare […]
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, […]
Learn about birds and their calls while exploring the grounds at Gammelgården at this FREE class! Learn birding tips and bird calls while taking a walk around Gammelgården's grounds. Discover […]
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 […]
Two crews from Northern Bedrock will continue working on the log restoration project on the Pastor's House begun earlier in July and the window painting project on the Stuga. They also will help with other jobs related to the folk dräkt collection and potentially the exterior emergency staircase on the Welcome House. The crew will […]
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 […]
Gammelgården Museum is removing and building a new emergency exit exterior staircase from the second floor to the ground. During this time, the second floor of the museum - including the exhibits, non-lending resource library, and board & card game library - will be unavailable to the public. Please visit us on Saturday, August 15th […]
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. Students Must Bring: (Materials will make at least two pouches.) Sewing machine […]
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 […]