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Surround yourself with Swedish style: the American Swedish Historical Museum presents 17 Swedish Designers, a just-opened special exhibition of, well, Swedish design.

Since the 1950s, Scandinavian design has been celebrated throughout the world for pioneering functionalism, streamlined aesthetics and relative affordability.

Historically, Swedish design has been a largely male-dominated realm. But in recent years more and more women choosing the design profession have brought greater diversity to the field. Enter 17 Swedish Designers.

This exhibition — based on gallery founder Pascale Cottard-Olsson’s book of the same name — displays the work of 17 talented women. The exhibition consists of three to ten products from each of the designers, ranging from porcelain pieces to furniture.

Note that the museum will be closed this weekend, September 23-25, for the Popped! Music Festival in FDR Park.

17 Swedish Designers at the American Swedish Historical Museum
When: Now through January 29, 2012
Where: 1900 Pattison Avenue
Cost: Adults $8, Seniors and Students $6, Children 5-11 $4, Children under 5 Free
More info: www.americanswedish.org