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Youth & family programs

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Activities for families

ASI’s youth & family programs invite participants of all ages to play, learn, and explore Nordic art, craft, and culture year-round. Participatory events, workshops, camps, and classes, offer families, children, and even the tiniest tots a chance to discover something new about their world—and themselves!

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A brightly lit playroom features nature-themed decor. Children and adults engage with interactive elements, including a wooden bridge, carved animals, and a climbing structure. Black and white forest murals cover the walls, depicting trees and wildlife.

ASI’s Benson Family Gallery

This interactive play space in the Turnblad Mansion is designed to engage and inspire the youngest ASI visitors. Imaginative and immersive experiences, often inspired by Swedish authors, illustrators, and artists, offer children an opportunity to play, learn, and discover something new.

Now on view: Nature Story!

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A family of three looks at colorful hanging decorations in a brightly lit store. The child, held by the man, reaches out towards a red ornament. The woman stands beside them, smiling. A basket with decorated eggs is visible in the foreground.

Early childhood programs

Explore special programs for children ages 0–5 and their accompanying grown-ups.

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Youth programs

Explore Nordic art, craft, and culture.

Youth language classes

  • Lilla Skolan

    A new program for Swedish-speaking children between 3-6 years old, Lilla Skolan features story time, music and a craft followed by free play.

  • Svenska Skolan

    Svenska Skolan is a Swedish language and culture program for kids ages 7 to 14 with instruction structured to meet the needs of children at all levels of Swedish familiarity.

Youth handcraft

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Slöjd Studio

Slöjd Studio is a monthly handcraft program for children in grades 3–5. Join us again this fall for more workshops!

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Starting with Slöjd

Starting with Slöjd is a monthly program for K-2 students. Participants explore new tools, materials, and skills that prepare them for a lifelong love of handcraft.

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Intergenerational workshops

These special handcraft classes are designed for one child and one adult to attend together while working on their own projects.

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Summer day camps

Learn more about ASI’s popular summer day camps and experiences.

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A young woman wearing a white robe and a crown of candles, with hands clasped, leads a group in a procession. Other participants, dressed similarly, hold candles. The scene is warmly lit, creating a festive atmosphere.

Lucia Choir

Learn about ASI’s K–12 youth choir and its seasonal performances.

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