"The Coolest Summer Camps for the Kiddos" — Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine
"Best Educational Summer Activities For Kids In Minnesota" — WCCO
Join us for the Summer Day Camp program at the American Swedish Institute! Through story-telling, cooking, art and imaginative play, children will have fun exploring Minneapolis’ only castle while learning about Nordic history and culture. One-day camps are tailored for young minds entering grades 1-5. Campers should bring a water bottle and lunch each day, and wear clothes suitable for outdoor play.
Cost: $50 ASI member child per session / $60 non-member child per session
Location: Inside and on the Mansion grounds of the American Swedish Institute, 2600 Park Avenue, Minneapolis, 55407.
2019 Summer Day Camps
Nordic Cooking and Culture Day Camp
Don your aprons and get ready to explore Nordic cooking and culture as we roll out tasty new treats!
- Thursday, July 18, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Click here for more info.
Pippi Day Camp
The world’s favorite red-headed heroine is the inspiration for this day of adventure! Campers are encouraged to dress like Pippi or her friends.
- Thursday, August 1, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Click here for more info.
Viking Day Camp
Sail away to the world of the Vikings. Build Viking ships, learn the geography of the Nordic region and discover the mystery of runestones – all while having fun.
- Thursday, July 11, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Click here for more info.
- Thursday, July 25, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Click here for more info.
- Thursday, August 8, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Click here for more info.
Multi-Date Camps
ASI offers two camps for ages 7-13 that meet over four consecutive days: Sommar På Slottet and Youth Handcraft Camp. The Viking Voyagers Preschool Camp, for ages 3-5, meets over 4 Wednesdays, with either a morning or afternoon session.
- NEW June 24-27: Sommar På Slottet (Swedish Immersion Camp)
- NEW July 10, 17, 24 & 31: Viking Voyagers Preschool Camp
- SOLD OUT August 12-15: Youth Handcraft Camp
