March 7, 2013
From 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, March 16, the American Swedish Historical Museum is hosting a pretty sweet (pun intended) celebration. In Swedish culture, it’s tradition to celebrate spring with fresh waffles with jam and whipped cream. Waffle Day is traditionally a celebration of the Christian holiday, Annunciation Day, but it now spans past the [...]
Read more»January 11, 2013
In a cold weather conundrum? Find refuge at the American Swedish Historical Museum during their annual Pea Soup and Punsch Supper on Saturday, January 26. The Ärtsoppa och Punsch supper dates back to the medieval times and is served as a hearty winter meal before Friday fasting. The loaded ladles of Swedish pea soup start [...]
Read more»December 5, 2012
Join in the festive family fun at the American Swedish Historical Museum’s Lucia Fest and Christmas Market, Saturday, December 8, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. This daytime holiday celebration is an ode to the tradition of the Festival of Saint Lucia, which marks the start of the Christmas season in Sweden. Swedish baked goodies and other bites [...]
Read more»October 2, 2012
Philadelphia Hospitality, Inc. would like to make you feel right at home this month with a whole schedule of tours exhibiting some of the most must-see attractions along the Avenue of the Arts. Whether you’re a city resident or just passing through, it’s likely you’ve never gotten a proper tour of places like the Kimmel [...]
Read more»October 2, 2012
One of the tastiest comfort foods of fall is meatballs, especially of the delicious Swedish variety. Happily, the American Swedish Historical Museum is hosting its third annual Great Meatball Match Up this Sunday, October 7, a year competition for amateur and professional chefs co-presented by the South Philly Review. Attendees and local contestants will be [...]
Read more»September 10, 2012
Discover treasures old and new at the American Swedish Historical Museum’s Third Annual Flea Market and Open House this Saturday, September 15, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Enjoy a September day in scenic FDR Park as the museum hosts an antique and vintage market on the museum grounds. You can also take a break from the outdoors [...]
Read more»July 31, 2012
A special exploration into the beauty, comfort, entertainment and style of the 20th century Swedish American Line (SAL) opens at the American Swedish Historical Museum on August 2. From its early days as a passenger fleet for immigrants back in 1915 to its lavish “Around the World” cruises of the 1960s all the way to [...]
Read more»July 30, 2012
The American Swedish Historical Museum welcomes another taste of summertime Nordic traditions with their annual Summer Crayfish Party taking place Friday, August 17. Originating in Sweden, the century old practice came about when government law prohibited the catching of crayfish, except for a period of time in August, due to overharvesting of the delicacy. While [...]
Read more»June 26, 2012
A taste of Sweden meets the Philadelphia beer scene at the 2012 SmörgåsBeer’d at the American Swedish Historical Museum. Spend a summer evening sampling lagers, ales, stouts and more paired alongside a spread of savories like Swedish meatballs, cheeses and sausages. In attendance will be Philly Beer Scene editor Mat Falco to guide guests through [...]
Read more»June 15, 2012
Celebrate the arrival of summer by raising the midsommarpole (maypole) at the annual Midsommarfest hosted by South Philly’s American Swedish Historical Museum on Saturday, June 23 from 4-7:30 p.m. The family-friendly event will feature live music and traditional maypole dancing, crafts and games for the kids, homemade Swedish pastries and loads of food provided by [...]
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