The American Swedish Institute. ASI

American Swedish Institute

Arts/Cultural Organization Museum

The American Swedish Institute is one of the leading museums and cultural centers in Minnesota offering transformative arts and culture experiences centered around learning, reflection, and collaboration. Explore our historic Turnblad Mansion, Minnesota’s only castle—a must-see gem on the National Register of Historic Places.

Discover Nordic art and craft and immerse yourself in our museum exhibitions and collections of Swedish American culture and history. Learn about our variety of art, handcrafts, food, language programs, and more through workshops and events for all ages.

Your experience won’t be complete without browsing our unique items in our museum gift shop and dining at ASI’s award-winning restaurant FIKA Café featuring a seasonally inspired New Nordic menu.

Medium: 
Clay, Fiber, Glass, Metal, Mixed Media, Paper, Wood
American Swedish Institute
2600 Park Avenue 
Minneapolis, 
MN 
55407
https://asimn.org
Nordic Table at the American Swedish Institute. ASIBasket Weaving at the American Swedish Institute. ASIMulti-Generational Carving at the American Swedish Institute. ASIMidsommar Tabletop Display at the American Swedish Institute. ASI

Explore Participating Organizations

Fitton Center for Creative Arts, Hamilton, Ohio. Courtesy of Fitton Center for Creative Arts

Fitton Center for Creative Arts

Hamilton,
OH
Aqueduct (2016) detail by Courtney Mattison. Glazed stoneware and porcelain. 250 x 250 x 50 cm (98 x 98 x 20 in). Courtesy of the artist. Images courtesy Glen McClure for Virginia MOCA. Included in the 2026 exhibition "Clay Sustains: Vessels of Change" on view January 17-April 5, 2026 that will feature 15-20 established ceramic artists focusing an exceptional body of work on issues of environmental crisis and cultural sustainability. Part of the Art Center's 2025-26 exhibition series "Centering: Clay and Community"

Palo Alto Art Center

Palo Alto,
CA
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Cafesjian Art Trust Museum exterior. Courtesy of Cafesjian Art Trust Museum

Cafesjian Art Trust Museum

Shoreview,
MN
Worcester Craft Center is home to classes for all ages! Pictured students trying enameling for the first time!

Worcester Center for Crafts

Worcester,
MA
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