Swedish American Museum Center
- Neighborhood: Andersonville
- 5211 N. Clark St.
- Chicago, IL 60640
- 773-728-8111
With a mission to preserve and educate Swedish-American heritage, the Swedish American Museum Center attracts over 40,000 visitors annually. Aside from its permanent exhibit documenting the experience of Swedish Americans (with some artifacts dating back to 200 years), the museum also hosts four annual exhibits, featuring the works of Scandinavian artists. In addition to teaching classes in folk dancing, genealogy and Swedish language, the center also showcases concerts, films and lectures. Available for birthday parties, the Children's Museum of Immigration, located within the center, also offers educational programs.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Clark and Foster.
- Parking:
- Street
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Bus: #22 Clark; #36, #92 Foster. Red Line Train: Berwyn. Metra Train: Ravenswood.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
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10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; Closed Monday
The Children's Museum hours: 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; Closed Monday.
- Museum Type:
- Ethnic and History
- Smoking:
- No
- Admission Price:
- Adults, $4; children, students and seniors, $3; family rate, $10; members and children under 1 years of age, free; second Tuesday of every month, free.
- Audience:
- Families
Features
- Nearby Attractions:
- Tour
- Payment Methods:
- Mastercard and Visa
- Membership:
- $35 individual; $50 family; $15 seniors and students
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Calendar of Events
Swedish American Museum Center
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Julmarknad Holiday Festival
12/05/2009 - 10:00 AM -
Julmarknad Holiday Festival
12/06/2009 - 10:00 AM -
St. Lucia Festival of Lights
12/13/2009 - 4:45 PM




