THE AMERICAN SWEDISH INSTITUTE - A SCANDINAVIAN EXPERIENCE $55, maximum 24 participants
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The American Swedish Institute, located in the historic Turnblad Mansion, serves as a gathering place to share stories and experiences around the universal themes of migration, folklore, crafts, and culture. Our visit will feature a Swedish-style luncheon (included in tour price); a guided exploration of traditional craftsmanship used in the mansion's construction, with a hands-on introduction to tools and materials; and an interactive presentation (a la 'Antiques Road Show') of historic objects brought to Minnesota by nineteenth-century Scandinavian immigrants. [Includes gift shop opportunity at the Institute.]