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Midsommar 2020

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During these uncertain times, the Swedish Historical Society Board of Directors has made the difficult decision to cancel our Midsommar 2020 festival due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Our first and primary thought in this decision is the health and safety of our guests, participants and volunteers attending the festival.

“While this decision was difficult, we felt that the safety of our visitors, volunteers and participants always takes precedence,” said Alix Fox, Executive Director of Swedish Historical Society. “We understand that Midsommar is a historic and beloved family-focused celebration in Rockford, and we choose to remain optimistic for the day that we will be able to safely celebrate again.”
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Below you will find resources, recipes, crafts, game and even live streaming celebrations for you and your family to enjoy! 
 

Celebrate Midsommar at Home! 

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Celebrations and Resources from Swedish Cultural Partner Institutions
  • Swedish American Museum of Chicago, IL
               http://swedishamericanmuseum.org/2.0/ 
  • ​American Swedish Institute of Minneapolis, MN 
           " ASI's Midsommar - Virtual Celebration"
            https://www.asimn.org/programs-education/events/asis-midsommar-virtual-celebration?utm_source=June+2020+Klipp+draft&utm_campaign=June+2020+Klipp&utm_medium=email
Online Resources from Sweden:
  • "Midsummer Step by Step" from Visit Sweden
               https://visitsweden.com/where-to-go/middle-sweden/dalarna/midsummer-step-step/
  • ​Live Stream Midsummer on June 19th on Facebook with Visit Sweden
             https://visitsweden.com/what-to-do/culture-history-and-art/swedish-traditions/midsummer-tradition/midsummer/
  • "Midsummer" from Sweden 's official website 
             https://sweden.se/culture-traditions/midsummer/

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Resources for a Midsommar feast:
  • "Celebrate Midsommar with 6 Essential Foods" by Paste Magazine
               https://www.pastemagazine.com/food/celebrate-swedish-midsummer-with-6-essential-foods/#jordgubbst%C3%A5rta
  • "​Celebrate Solstice Like a Swede" from TheKitchn
            https://www.thekitchn.com/celebrate-summer-solstice-like-a-swede-a-guide-to-swedish-midsummer-204900
  • "Swedish Midsummer Food with Recipes" from Ateriet
            https://www.ateriet.com/the-swedish-midsummer-food-with-recipes/
Resources for making a flower crown:
  • "Easiest DIY Midsommar Crown" by willowday
               http://www.willowday.net/2012/06/diy-midsummer-crown/
  • "​How to Make a Flower Crown" from Live Lagom on Youtube
             https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6K5LzJCW0e4
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Dance and sing with ABBA:
  • ABBA Official Videos YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYPs4y5esNqx6ax1CxZws6Q
  • "Dancing Queen" performed by  Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute
             https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZgw6exg7W0
  • "Gimme! Gimme! performed by  Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute
          https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hF5kqx2t1V4
  • "Midsummer" from Sweden 's official website 
             https://sweden.se/culture-traditions/midsummer/

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Erlander Home Museum
​ 404 S. 3rd Street,
​Rockford, IL 61104
Nordic Cultural Center
327 S. 3rd Street,
​Rockford, IL 61104

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Mailing Address:
404 S. 3rd Street , Rockford, IL 61104

Offices are located:
327 S. 3rd Street, Rockford, IL 61104

Office hours are Tuesday- Friday
9:00 AM- 5:00 PM

Phone: 815-963-5559
Email: museum@swedishhistorical.org

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  • About
    • Staff & Board
    • Contact
  • Erlander Home Museum
    • Erlander Family History
    • Museum Collections
    • Visit Us
  • Nordic Cultural Center
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    • 150th Anniversary Campaign
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  • Visit Sweden