Lille Fredag Happy Hour Thursday, August 6 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Lille Fredag Happy Hour American Swedish Institute Join us for the inaugural Lille Fredag happy hour for young adults in the Twin Cities with Nordic roots or...
Creative Lucet Cordmaking Workshop with Riley Kleve Thursday, August 6 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm American Swedish Institute Nordic Handcraft Try out the art of lucet braiding, using a simple wooden hand tool to create colorful and durable cords. $65
Preschool Program: Summer Nature Explorers Friday, August 7 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am Offsite Youth & Family Join ASI’s nature-packed Preschool Program at Eloise Butler Garden! Children ages 3–5 and grownups explore summer colors, wildflowers, and the hum of life.
[SOLD OUT] Scandinavian Figure Carving Workshop with Charles Banks Friday, August 7 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm American Swedish Institute Nordic Handcraft Carvers of all experience levels can join this three-day flat plane figure carving class. $350
Swedish Immersion Day with Kjerstin Moody and Liz Stopka Sunday, August 9 | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm American Swedish Institute Language & Culture Immerse yourself in Swedish for the day $90
(SOLD OUT) Viking Camp Tuesday, August 11 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm American Swedish Institute Youth & Family Kids ages 6–10 set sail for Viking-inspired fun with castle raids, storytelling, and historic recipes in this action-packed day of discovery. $92
Golden Mile Walking Tour Tuesday, August 11 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am American Swedish Institute Tour Explore the area once known as The Golden Mile on this guided walking tour of the blocks surrounding ASI. $20
Virtual Makers Mornings Tuesday, August 11 | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Virtual Makers Mornings Online Nordic Handcraft In a relaxed, Virtual setting hosted by ASI staff, join a community of makers. Drop in as often as you like, for as long as you like. Free
Intro to North Sámi with Dr. Áila O’Loughlin Tuesday, August 11 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Online Language & Culture Get a taste of North Sámi language $30
(SOLD OUT) Viking Camp Wednesday, August 12 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm American Swedish Institute Youth & Family Kids ages 6–10 set sail for Viking-inspired fun with castle raids, storytelling, and historic recipes in this action-packed day of discovery. $92
Passport to Sweden: A Swedish language and culture camp Thursday, August 13 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm American Swedish Institute Youth & Family Campers ages 6–10 “travel” across Sweden while learning new vocabulary through songs, games, food, and activities rooted in modern Swedish culture. $92
Turkish Breakfast Demo with Rana Olson Thursday, August 13 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm American Swedish Institute Food Programs Join Rana for an Our Shared Table demo featuring Turkish breakfast favorites! $85