Spring Into Action Auction

The proceeds from the auction will be used to support Gammelgården's youth programs (e.g., camps, classes, junior guide program for teens), general education classes for people of all ages, and major community events that are free and open to the public.

The funds from the auction will support the museum’s collection which consists of over 3,300 artifacts. Money raised will help secure museum-quality storage for the artifacts, and be used to restore or repair those artifacts needing immediate attention.

The auction begins at 12:00 pm, Saturday, April 20 and runs through 11:00 pm, Sunday, April 28.

Enjoy your shopping and thank you for supporting Gammelgården!

Gammelgården is a non-profit organization that preserves, presents, and promotes Swedish immigrant heritage and history. Through engaging exhibitions, educational programs, and community events, the museum aims to celebrate and share the rich history, arts, culture, traditions, and customs of the Scandinavian people as they relate to and impact contemporary American society.

By providing a welcoming and immersive experience, the museum seeks to inspire an appreciation and understanding of Scandinavian culture among visitors of all ages and backgrounds. Gammelgarden Museum is dedicated to preserving its historic buildings, artifacts, and stories. By offering interactive learning opportunities, the museum strives to inspire curiosity and a deeper connection to the past; while helping visitors make connections to their own cultural heritage.

The proceeds from this auction will be used to support the museum's:

(1) Youth programs (e.g., camps, classes, junior guide program for teens), general education classes for people of all ages, and major community events that are free and open to the public.

(2) Collection which consists of over 3,300 artifacts. Funds from the online auction will help secure museum-quality storage for the artifacts, and be used to restore or repair those artifacts needing immediate attention.