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American Swedish Institute

Cultural center celebrating Swedish-American heritage, featuring art, music, language courses, and a historic turn-of-the-century mansion.

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ASI’s exhibits are mainly housed in the historic Turnblad Mansion, a stunning former home to the Turnblad family that was completed in 1908. In addition to galleries filled with both older artifacts and contemporary exhibits, the museum also hosts workshops, youth programs, and special tours.

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American Swedish Institute Guides

  • Find Hygge in Bloomington

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    Minnesota has more Nordic heritage than any other state, with 45% of residents reporting Danish, Finnish, Icelandic, Norwegian, or Swedish ancestry. That adds up to a lot of cultural pride that displays itself in everything from museums to our professional football team. Whether you’re visiting from a Nordic country or just want to learn more about Minnesota’s heritage, follow this itinerary to immerse yourself in a weekend of Scandinavian activities and find your own version of hygge here in the Twin Cities. Read more here: https://www.bloomingtonmn.org/things-to-do/itineraries/find-hygge-in-bloomington