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Book Club & Fika 
Join us for a book discussion and Swedish coffee break on Saturday, February 7th at 10:00 AM. We'll be gathering to discuss the book, "The Colony", by Annika Norlin (translated by Alice E. Olsson). All are welcome -- members or non-members, young or old, Swedish or not! This event is free ($5 suggested donation for fika at the door). 

RSVP by clicking here! (walk-ins also welcome)



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Volunteer Appreciation Party
You're Invited to Swedish Historical Society's Volunteer Appreciation Party on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM. Please join us at the Nordic Cultural Center to celebrate all our volunteers have accomplished throughout 2025. From our Event Committees to our Building & Grounds Team to our MorMor's Attic Volunteers to our Museum Docents... we see you and we appreciate you... now it's time to honor you! 
RSVP by clicking here! 

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SHS Annual Meeting
You’re invited to Swedish Historical Society’s Annual Meeting at Stockholm Inn! Join us for a brunch buffet and the chance to connect with other members, hear a recap of 2025, and look ahead to 2026! RSVP is required to attend. Tickets are $25 per person (include brunch buffet, tax, and gratuity). Please RSVP by March 17th, 2026. 

RSVP by clicking here!
Pay in advance with credit card here! 



Good Friday Swedish Service
This service on Friday, April 3rd, 2026 at 12:00 PM will include a Swedish Community Choir, a Sermon in English and Holy Communion liturgy in Swedish.  A free will offering will be taken to raise money for Ruthie’s Kitchen. All are welcome! 

Save the Date!

Saturday, April 11 | Presentation by Norm Moline: “The ‘Church Towns’ of northern Sweden and Finland” 
Saturday, May 9 | Spring Clean-up Day at NCC 
Saturday, May 16 | Guided Group Tour at Midway Village 
Saturday, June 20 | Midsommar Fest  



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

Contact us 

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

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

The office is open Tuesday- Friday

Phone: 815-963-5559
Email: [email protected]

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  • About
    • Mission & Values
    • Contact & Subscribe
  • Erlander Home Museum
    • Tours
    • Erlander Family History
    • Museum Collections
  • Nordic Cultural Center
    • Rentals
  • Events
    • Upcoming Events
  • Support
    • Membership
    • Volunteering
    • Donate
  • Resources
    • Visit Us
    • Our Partners
    • Visit Sweden