1 / 6
Location
Accessibility
All Museum areas are wheelchair accessible
Visitor tip
Don't miss the in-house cafe with authentic Swedish pastries and coffee—items like semla (Swedish cream bun) are made fresh daily and can be enjoyed without paying museum admission
Best time
Arrive early enough to have adequate time exploring, as the museum closes in the evening and visitors often wish they had more time; avoid arriving close to closing time
About Swedish American Museum
Nordic exhibitions & education. Celebrating Nordic culture & history with various programs including exhibits, tours & a kids' area.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Children's Museum
- Focus
- Swedish American culture and immigration history
- Admission
- Free for members, children under 1, and all visitors on 2nd Tuesday of month
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible throughout
What visitors say
I visited the Swedish-American Museum on the weekend. The admission price was reasonable, and I enjoyed learning about Swedish migration to America through their extensive collection. The museum also offers various activities, including…
Really great exhibit about the history of Swedish immigration to America and specifically to Chicago. I spent about an hour walking through it. There’s also a children’s exhibit on the third floor and an art installation on the ground…
What a special museum! Admission is reasonably priced and their core exhibit on immigration is very nicely done. Other exhibits rotate through too such as an interesting folk art exhibit we saw this week. The beautifully curated gift…
From 346 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- The museum offers free admission to all visitors on the second Tuesday of each month, making Nordic cultural education accessible to the broader Chicago community
- The museum features an in-house cafe that produces authentic Swedish pastries and foods daily, including special seasonal items like fresh semla (Swedish cream buns) on traditional celebration days
- The Brunk Children's Museum of Immigration on the third floor provides hands-on, interactive exhibits specifically focused on immigration experiences, combining cultural education with experiential learning for children
Other Children's Museums in Chicago
More Family Fun Nearby
Other venues within driving distance:
Own this venue? Stand out from the competition.
Children's Museums listings that are Featured get seen first by thousands of families every month.
- Priority placement in search
- Photo gallery showcase
- Insider tips from visitors
- Highlighted in dedicated featured section