Babies at the Castle: Tomte

Date/Time:
Saturday, November 23, 2024
9:15 am – 10:00 am

Offer:
Registration for One Adult and One Baby — This pass grants one adult and one infant (up to 18 months) access to an interactive tour at ASI. It includes museum admission following the tour, allowing you and your little one to explore the Turnblad Mansion and other exhibitions. Book your pass by November 12!

Event Details:

Babies at the Castle: Tomte

Leave your strollers at the door and carry your baby through a tour of the Tomte: the Gnome, the Myth, the Legend exhibit before ASI opens to the public. This unique tour is designed for babies up to 18 months and their caregivers. During the tour experience, ASI educators will create opportunities for caregivers to connect with their babies and moments for the babies to engage with the exhibition pieces. Tours are approximately 30 minutes, followed by an additional 15 minutes of sensory play in the Castle. All infants will receive a baby teether connected to the exhibition's theme.

ASI requires caregivers to use carriers so babies up to 18 months can view the artwork. Strollers are not permitted. ASI staff will unlock the front doors by 9 am. If you arrive outside public hours and the doors are locked, use the buzzer by the blue wall. Food, beverages, and chewing gum are not allowed in exhibition spaces.

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: Registration for One Adult and One Baby — This pass grants one adult and one infant (up to 18 months) access to an interactive tour at ASI. It includes museum admission following the tour, allowing you and your little one to explore the Turnblad Mansion and other exhibitions. Book your pass by November 12!

Date/Time: Saturday, November 23, 2024 9:15 am

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