Culture & Conversation Series: Swedish Domestic Servants in Minneapolis

Date/Time:
Thursday, July 21, 2022
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Offer:
Admission for 2 — This pass provides two people with admission to Culture & Conversation as well as admission to ASI's current exhibitions.

Event Details:

Swedish Domestic Servants in Minneapolis

Researcher and educator Leanna Swanson lectures on Letters of Hilda, a collection of letters inherited from her great-grandmother Hilda Nyberg Sandstrom. Hilda's story sheds light on the daily life, challenges, and triumphs shared by the many Swedish immigrants who worked as domestic servants in Minneapolis at the beginning of the twentieth century.

Leanna Swanson is an Adjunct Instructor at the University of Northwestern, St. Paul. She received her bachelor's and master's degrees from Bethel University. Preserving local histories that foster a meaningful sense of connection to the past is very important to Ms. Swanson. She has worked with schools to better preserve their own histories and with the Minnesota History Center's Education Department.

Culture & Conversation is a monthly series presented by the American Swedish Institue that explores cultural intersections between Sweden, Scandinavia, and communities around the world. Coffee and tea are provided toward the end of the program. This program includes museum admission.

Location:
American Swedish Institute
2600 Park Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55407

Hours of Operation:
Museum (Turnblad Mansion & Osher Gallery) and Museum Store:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday: 10 am - 4 pm
Thursday: 10 am - 8 pm
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm

**ASI is free after 3 pm every Thursday
FIKA Café:
Monday and Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10 am - 3 pm
Thursday: 10 am - 8 pm
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm
Lunch Service: 11 am - 3 pm
Counter Service: 10 am - 4 pm, The Counter will offer the beverage menu during non-serving hours.

The Museum, Cafe, and Store are closed New Years Day, 4th of July, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and December 26.

Parking Information:
Free parking is available in our surface parking lot, located at 27th Street and Park Avenue. Accessible parking is available on the northeast side of the parking lot. Free street parking is readily available on Park Avenue, Portland Avenue and 27th Street.

Accessibility Information:
ASI offers accessible parking, restrooms, listening amplification, and elevator service. Manual wheelchairs are available on request. Sign language interpreters can be arranged with notice and certified service animals are welcome. For more information, call 612-871-4907.

Organization Details:

Nearly 90 years ago, a new immigrant to Minnesota had a vision to create a vibrant cultural gathering place. Established in 1929, ASI has evolved into a dynamic arts and cultural center that welcomes all people to gather and share experiences around themes of culture, migration, the environment, and the arts; informed by enduring links to Sweden. From the gallery spaces, featuring local and international exhibitions, to the lively programming set in the historic Turnblad Mansion, to the shop, and award winning restaurant and café – there are many ways to see yourself at ASI and be part of this story.

Reserve a Pass

Offer: Admission for 2 — This pass provides two people with admission to Culture & Conversation as well as admission to ASI's current exhibitions.

Date/Time: Thursday, July 21, 2022 1:00 pm

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