American Swedish Institute
 United States  / Minnesota  |  Ethnic/Religion

To serve as a gathering place for people to share stories and experiences around universal themes of tradition, migration, craft, and the arts, all informed by enduring ties to Sweden.

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Founded in 1929 by Swedish immigrant newspaper publisher Swan J. Turnblad, the American Swedish Institute is a historic house, museum and cultural center located just south of downtown Minneapolis. Today, the American Swedish Institute, housed in the Turnblad mansion, is a place to learn about and experience Swedish, Swedish-American, and Nordic culture, learn about the role of Swedish and other immigrants in Minnesota’s history, and share stories and experiences.

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Exhibitions

Arts & crafts

Workshops

Education

History preservation

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