Swedish Museum to celebrate December traditions in Chicago
Julmarknad Christmas Bazaar with Scandinavian items planned for December 6 and 7, 2014 –
Thousands of Swedish people who immigrated to Chicago during the 19th Century brought with them many traditions that peak at Christmas time. The Swedish American Museum regularly observes many of them each December.
A Julmarknad Christmas Bazaar of Scandinavian items on Saturday and Sunday, December 6 and 7 will be highlighted by Lucia processions and visits from Tomten. Early shoppers get a preview sale the night before.
The Museum will participate in the Chicago’s St. Lucia Day oat 11:30 a.m. Friday, December 12, in the Richard J. Daley Center. Robed candidates representing Swedish-American organizations will offer holiday songs.
The annual Breakfast with Tomten will be celebrated twice this season, at 9 a.m. Saturday and Sunday, December 13 and 14, with dancing around the tree and Swedish pancakes with all the trimmings.
The St. Lucia celebration continues at 4:45 p.m. Saturday, December 13 with a late afternoon candlelight procession from the Museum followed by a service of seasonal songs and readings at nearby Ebenezer Lutheran Church.
The monthly Hejsan for children at 11 a.m. Friday, December 19 will consist of crafts based on a reading of “The Wild Christmas Reindeer” by Jan Brett.
The Museum is a sponsor of Svensk Julgudstjanst, an evening Christmas service conducted in Swedish, which will take place at 4 p.m. Sunday, December 21, in Ebenezer Lutheran Church.
Holiday traditions will conclude at 5 p.m. December 21 with an Old Fashioned Swedish Family Christmas Smörgåsbord in the Museum. Children will receive presents from Tomten and dance around the tree after the Lucia procession.
The Museum will be closed December 24 and 25 for Christmas Eve and Day.
Remaining programs on November schedule
Saturday, November 15, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Nordic Family Genealogy Center open house, “Exploring Your Swedish Roots,” with individual assistance from experts in translating documents and answering inquiries.
Sunday, November 16, 10 a.m.: Bullerbyn reading and singing for Swedish-speaking parents and children of ages 6 months to 5 years.
Sunday, November 16, 4 p.m.: Christmas Craft Workshop for making hand-dipped candles, paper heart baskets and Christmas ornaments.
Friday, November 21, 11 a.m.: Hejsan children’s story and craft hour based on “Every Autumn Comes the Bear” by Jim Aronsky.
Friday, November 21, 7 p.m.: Got Glögg? Second annual tasting and competitive judging for best glögg (mulled wine) recipe in Chicago.
Saturday, November 22, 11 a.m.: Guided tour of the permanent exhibit, “A Dream of America – Swedish Immigration to Chicago.”
Sunday, November 23, 10 a.m.: Bullerbyn reading and singing for Swedish-speaking parents and children of ages 6 months to 5 years.
Sunday, November 23, 6 p.m.: Traditional Goose Dinner in honor of Swedish author August Strindberg, catered by Tre Kronor Restaurant.
Thursday, November 27: The Museum will be closed for Thanksgiving Day.
Sunday, November 30, 4 p.m.: Closing of the art exhibit, “Bluescapes of Sweden,” by Ariana Ramhage.
Museum hours through November 30
Museum and Store: Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday – Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Children’s Museum: Monday – Thursday, 1-4 p.m.; Friday – Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Museum hours December 1 through 21
Museum and Store: Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Friday – Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Children’s Museum: Monday – Thursday, 1-4 p.m.; Friday – Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
About the Swedish American Museum
Founded in 1976, the Swedish American Museum is a not-for-profit educational center that interprets the immigrant experience for children and adults, and promotes an appreciation of contemporary Swedish-American culture. The Museum is located at 5211 N. Clark Street in Chicago’s Andersonville neighborhood and is open seven days a week. For information on events and admission fees, visit our website at www.SwedishAmericanMuseum.org.
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