Posten November 2022-January 2023

Posten

The American Swedish Institute Magazine

ASI's 72nd Holiday Experience: Secrets of the Season

November 2022 – January 2023

Volume 41, Number 4

ASI has retained Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist the Search Committee in its identification and review of candidates to follow the successful tenure of Bruce Karstadt, who will retire in 2023 after more than 30 years of leadership at ASI. Please direct inquiries in confidence to www.imsearch.com.

Message from Bruce Karstadt, ASI President & CEO

On a sunny August Saturday, I arrived at the Creative Activities Building of the Minnesota State Fair to enter my single loaf of Swedish rye bread for judging in the ethnic baking division. The line was rather long. Some people, like me, were entering only one baked item. Others were pulling little wagons filled with cookies, cakes, and pies. This was my second year in the competition and while I’ve yet to win a ribbon, I did get a rating (90 out of 100 points) that qualified my bread to be exhibited in the display case along with hundreds of other baked goods. It’s been quite an experience.

You may ask why I’m doing this, and for me, it’s quite simple. This is a way to honor my family’s traditions (not to mention that I really love rye bread). The dark bread flavored with molasses and anise that I bake is one that several generations in my family have prepared, especially at year-end during the Christmas season. Each of us, I suspect, has particular foods which are a part of our family history and cultural identity. For me, it’s that rye bread which is essential.

For 33 years now, I’ve been inspired by the joyous spirit of families and friends for whom a visit to ASI is an essential part of their holiday seasons. For some, the exhibitions in the Turnblad Mansion which reflect different Nordic and community holiday traditions are a priority. For others, it might be stocking up with an ample supply of holiday needs from our museum shop or our annual craft fair, Julmarknad. And there are many who savor the flavors and aromas of our annual lutfisk dinner or enjoy a reunion with family over a finely crafted mid-day meal at our FIKA Café. Many people will again be joining us for a seasonal baking or craft workshop to inspire their own home preparations for the holidays. We continue to honor a tradition of ASI’s Christmas season dating to the

1940s with a concert that celebrates the legacy of Sankta Lucia. And we look forward to hosting again a more recent tradition, a holiday open house when we especially welcome our neighbors and friends in the West Phillips Neighborhood to our campus.

Our aim is to provide a milieu and a set of experiences that will allow people to come to our campus with families and friends to sustain and give life to old traditions and to build new ones. In the familiar words of Thomas Merton, which I’m sure I’ve used before, “Tradition, which is always old, is at the same time ever new because it is always reviving – born again in each new generation, to be lived and applied in a new and particular way.”

All that we do is made possible only by your contributions, which support the work of our talented and creative staff in concert with our dedicated volunteers and Board leadership. My work over these years has been lightened considerably by the large and ever-widening community surrounding our treasured community asset, The American Swedish Institute.

Your generous and abiding support assures our ability to fulfill our mission “to be a gathering place for all people to explore diverse experiences of migration, identity, belonging, and the environment through arts and culture, informed by enduring links to Sweden.”

Thank you! Tack så hemskt mycket! Mahadsanid! Gracias! Wopila!

Bruce Karstadt, ASI President & CEO

Secrets of the Season

ASI's 72nd Holiday Experience

Exhibition on view Nov. 12-Jan. 8

For some, the holiday season at ASI is an important ritual, one that dates back over 70 years. For others, perhaps it is a secret waiting to be discovered.

There are so many things that make winter and the holiday season special, be it embracing darkness on winter Solstice to literally throwing the tree out the front door come January.

This year, the familiar meets the unexpected as ASI brings some of these secrets to life, cocreated by guest curators representing local

communities of Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Iceland, Finland, the Sami Culture Center, and ASI’s behind-the-scenes group of dedicated volunteers. Each of these seven groups contributed their own secret to the experience— from that ‘must have thing’ for winter to that traditional trinket that gets placed on the mantel every year.

ASI is pleased to welcome back these local partners, including the Sami Cultural Center of North America joining again for their second season. Their installation, under the glow of

the Northern Lights, shares objects from the Center’s material collection in Duluth, MN.

Founded in 2011, the Sami Cultural Center is dedicated to education about Sami and SamiNorth American history and culture. The Sami (Sámi, Saami, Same) are the indigenous people of Sámpi (northern Norway, Sweden, Finland, and the Russian Kola Peninsula). The Center serves descendants of Sami immigrants to North America and others interested in learning more.

Community Open House & Holiday Exhibit Opening

Sat, November 12, 10 am–4 pm

Kick off ASI’s 72nd Holiday Experience with a free day at ASI. Whether you’re a longtime member, or if this is your first time visiting, everyone is invited to explore the historic Turnblad Mansion and festive galleries for a day of holiday fun, activities, pop-up performances, bonfires, and more.

Free admission for all.

In addition to vibrant seasonal décor, we have also planned a few unique surprises around the Mansion - from an immersive installation which invites visitors to embrace the polar darkness to an opportunity to share your own secret. It seems Tomte, the Mansion’s household Swedish elf, has also been busy and has left a few surprises for you to discover as you explore the house.

While some decorations and featured objects change year to year, others are as consistent as Swedish meatballs. The festive table setting in the Dining Room will once again feature tableware belonging to the Turnblad family - set for a formal Christmas meal with a nod to the Turnblad family’s Swedish heritage.

Discover more about ASI’s collection and the guest communities at asimn.org.

ASI’s Holiday Experience is supported by Mike and Barb Nelson, and ASI’s members and donors. The exhibition’s Media Partner is the Star Tribune. Additional support provided by Danish Teak Classics.

Minnesota artist activity is made possible by voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Photo: Kara Hakanson

Glass moves. Glass heals. Glass speaks.

New Swedish glass exhibition coming February 1, 2023

Fluidity: Identity in Swedish Glass explores glass as a form of expression by artists on journeys of identity and self. It explores the power and intensity of glass to both heal and speak.

From Swedish artists among ASI’s glass collection who worked, at times underrecognized, in an industry historically dominated by men, to contemporary artists processing adversity, self-acceptance, and empowerment — Fluidity invites visitors to become part of the community, to be present in the moment, and to explore the pursuit of artistic expression in a challenging and complex medium.

This stunning new exhibition features the U.S. Premiere of Being by Swedish artist Jo Andersson (she/her), an immersive glass experience where visitors engage with each object to create intricate light mosaics in a darkened, sound-scaped gallery.

Adjacent this installation, visitors will explore works by women artists from ASI’s glass collection co-curated with support from Andrea Blum, and contemporary artists, including local artist Emma Wood (they/them), who continue to challenge, form, and shape the glass industry both in Sweden and the Midwest.

Fluidity: Identity in Swedish Glass opens February 1.

Photo: David Puig Serinya

Winter Wonderlands

Who say's winter is for hunkering down? Brave the bluster in true Nordic fashion for two of the region’s most cherished holiday traditions—the annual Julmarknad Handcraft Market and the Winter Solstice Celebration.

Picture this: gentle snow falling on cozy market sheds, warm bonfires, delicious food, lively music, and all the bustle of a traditional Scandinavian outdoor market – under the glow of one of the country’s historic architectural gems. That’s Julmarknad at ASI.

Since this all-ages festival began, visitors have returned year after year to explore distinctive handmade goods from more than 60 regional artists working in glass, wood, metal, ceramics, textiles, and more. With the Turnblad Mansion and holiday exhibition on view, FIKA Café serving a distinctive Nordic holiday menu, and performances from some of the region’s leading folk and Scandinavian artists, it’s no wonder this event continues to grow in popularity every year. More recently, ASI launched a special Preview Night the Friday of Julmarknad weekend, which offers an intimate chance to shop the market and meet the handcraft artists before the busier Friday and Saturday hours. If you’re not into crowds, the preview party might be your best bet.

“Julmarknad is one of the most magical events at ASI. We come every year –it's a holiday tradition.”

—ASI member

Winter Solstice Celebration

One of the final large-scale events of ASI’s holiday season, the Winter Solstice Celebration is an opportunity for visitors to reconnect while home for the holidays, explore the holiday exhibition, pick up a last-minute gift or two at the ASI Museum Store and Jul Shop, and celebrate the longest night of the year. Maybe cozy bonfires, good food, and live music will help alter the course of the sun and bring about longer days for Minnesota. If not, well, where else can you kicksled, pet a reindeer, and uncover the secrets of a century-old castle, all in one night?

Julmarknad Handcraft Market & Festival

Saturday, December 3 & Sunday, December 4, 10 am–4 pm

$15 general / $10 ASI member / $6 youth age 6–18

Julmarknad Preview Party

Friday, December 2, 6–8:30 pm

$30 general / $25 ASI member / $75 VIP ticket

Winter Solstice Celebration

In-Person | Wed, December 21, 5–9 pm

$15 general / $10 ASI member / $6 youth ages 6–18

ASI members receive discount admission to all signature festivals and events, including the annual Julmarknad Handcraft Market & Festival, and Winter Solstice Celebration.

The Season of Celebration and Thanks

Member Spotlight: Linnea and Matthew Feig

True to the vision set out nearly 100 years ago, ASI has remained a place for all to seek out connection, delight in moments of celebration, and build a shared community. To Linnea and Matthew Feig, the American Swedish Institute is more than a museum and cultural center, it is a cherished place where they come to feel inspired and connected to their past, present, and future.

For over 20 years, Linnea has been a loyal visitor, member, and supporter of ASI. As a young child she first visited the Turnblad Mansion with her mother, Mary Londborg, who has long been part of the ASI Spelmanslag group. As a teenager, Linnea took part in ASI’s yearly holiday traditions when she sang in the girls' choir and appeared as

Lucia Day Parade 1999, Linnea Feig arriving at the celebration on horseback. Courtesy of Star Tribune.

Lucia in the Lucia Day Parade in 1999 — a photo of her arriving at the celebration on horseback (left) was featured in the Star Tribune that year. As an adult ASI has continued to be a special place for her and her now husband, Matthew. Earlier this year, they selected ASI as the perfect backdrop for their engagement photos, not only for the picturesque elegance of the Mansion, but for Linnea, “it was a place near and dear to my heart." For the two of them, ASI continues to be a cherished piece in their life. While the campus and activities in 2022 may look and feel different from the ASI Linnea first knew, she and her husband look forward to remaining part of the community and celebrating all that ASI is today.

This summer, just before their wedding, they attended ASI’s Iraqi Swedish Cultural Exchange event and joined the group in dancing, honoring traditions from around the globe.

“I've come to recognize how special ASI is to the Twin Cities community and how unique it is in the country — a home for Swedish-Americans (both new and old) to celebrate our culture and traditions, share our heritage with others, and enjoy beauty and the arts. I love how ASI brings together my interests in Swedish heritage and the cultural experiences of newcomers of all backgrounds.” —Linnea

Londborg Feig

As we reflect on another year gone by, we are thankful to all who come to ASI either for the first time, or as long-time members. No matter the occasion or reason for your visit, whether it be a language class, or to celebrate one of life’s greatest moments with us, your support creates meaningful, long-lasting opportunities for ASI to connect with and serve our unique community.

This holiday season, we invite you to consider a gift to the American Swedish Institute. Your support ensures that ASI remains a gathering place for all people for generations to come. Please visit asimn.org/support to make a gift.

Matthew and Linnea Feig pose for engagement photos at the American Swedish Institute. Photo: Tim Larsen Photography

Matthew and Linnea Feig on their wedding day. Photo: Tim Larsen Photography

Turnblad Mansion Historic Fence Restoration

An Update on the Stories, Stonework & Stewardship Campaign

Whether ASI is an intended destination, or passing the Castle is part of a daily commute, the ornate wrought iron fence that surrounds the Turnblad Mansion signals to all who are near of the rich history that awaits just across the courtyard. While serving its primary function as a property line around the campus, the fence is also home to seasonal banners which invite guests to the diverse array of events, programs, and exhibits held throughout the year. Most recently the fence has served as a creative extension of the indoor exhibit halls during the COVID-19 pandemic; many may remember Fika on the Fence and Swedish Dads

Like many of the exterior components of the ongoing Stories, Stonework, & Stewardship capital campaign, the historic fence was in much need of restoration and repairs. At the time of its construction, the fence was forged without any welding, and beneath the paint, is extremely pure and expertly crafted metal. To properly restore these pieces, more than 40 fence sections and nine gates made their way to Bauer Metal in Saint Paul earlier this year. Each section, weighing nearly 400 pounds, underwent between three and five hours of sandblasting, followed by a powder

coating and an application of black paint. The metal fabricators noticed that some sections appear to have the letter S, while others the letter C, perhaps serving as an homage to ASI founders, Swan and Christina Turnblad.

One of the joys of restoring the Turnblad Mansion has been uncovering historic details such as this, which help us better understand and tell the story of ASI. As we near the end of Phase 1 of the Mansion Restoration, ASI is grateful for those who have made possible the significant renovations and restorations, both inside and outside of the Turnblad Mansion.

With the conclusion of Phase 1 in early 2023 comes anticipation for the start of Phase 2, which aims to restore and preserve the interior of the Turnblad Mansion so it can best serve to share meaningful stories and present Nordic art and culture. We invite you to join us as a steward of the historic Turnblad Mansion and presenter of enriching experiences for all. Learn more at asimn.org/support/mansionproject.

Historic fence before (left) and after (middle) restoration. Ginny Lackovic of HGA speaking with Mike Bauer, owner of Bauer Metal in St. Paul, MN (right).

Hej! I’m Tomte, the Mansion’s household Swedish elf. I’m in a bit of a rush and may have left a mess behind me. Keep an eye out as you explore the historic Turnblad Mansion this holiday season for clues that I was here. You never know — you might even see me!

Can you find every gold hat Tomte in this photo of the Grand Hall? Hint: There are 7 in total!

Turnblad Mansion Grand Hall

ASI President/CEO Bruce Karstadt's White Wine Glögg

A few years ago, ASI President/CEO Bruce Karstadt shared his personal recipe for glögg with the team at FIKA. Since then, FIKA has served Bruce's version of this delicious drink every holiday season. Now you can make it at home as well!

Yield: 4 cups / 30oz

Ingredients

• 1 bottle, white wine (sweet)

• Optional: 4 oz of vodka (orange flavored) or cognac

• ½ cup fine sugar

• 12 whole cloves

• 6 whole cardamom pods

• 2 star anise

• 1 long strip orange peel

• 1 cinnamon stick

• 1 piece of fresh, peeled ginger (approx. 1 inch)

• Served with raisins and blanched almonds

Directions

• Toast and crush cloves, cardamom and star anise – place in tea bag or spice bag.

• Mix wine, sugar, spice bag, orange peel, cinnamon stick and ginger.

• Heat in saucepan over medium heat. Bring to simmer and simmer for 5 minutes. Do not allow to boil.

• Take off heat.

• Cover and leave to stand for an hour. Strain off the spices. Rebottle if you wish to serve later. Then merely reheat.

• For stronger version, add 4 oz of vodka (orange flavored preferably) or cognac after cooking.

• Serve with spoonful of raisins (golden or regular) and slivered almonds in each cup.

Memorials & Tributes

Gifts and contributions to the American Swedish Institute in honor or memory of a loved one or special occasion.

Gifts received July 23, 2022-September 26, 2022.

IN MEMORY OF

Susan Adamek

Carl and Maryrose Adamek

Carol Ellison

Jane Ann Goltz and Robert Nash

Doryce Helmer

Dimitra Karras

Lynn and Jacquin Krafve

Verniel Lundquist

Karen Moesenthin

Shelley Smith-Fletcher and Fredrick Fletcher

Mark and Melinda Wallin

Mary Whitehill and David Mahoney

Theodore (Ted) P. Anderson

Barbara and Van Anderson

Vincent Anderson

Virginia (Ginny) and Roger Wilson

Elizabeth Bean

Janet Anderson

Gayle Carlson

Jill Cross

Deborah Jorgens

Kathleen and Terry Letourneau

June Macy and Glen Dahlmeir

Trudy Vrchota

Sandra and Timothy Warren

Reverend Norman P. Belland

Rev. Dr. Elizabeth Mahan and Mr. Thomas Shaw

Betty Croone Johnson

Mary Ellen and Margaret Ann Hennen

Michael (Mike) Peter Dale

Berglund family, Millie, Michael, Linda and families

Marian Gabel

Margaret Holste

Gayle Marcy

John Palmer

Plymouth Woodcarvers Group

Myrna M. Erickson/Kylander

Richard Erickson

Susan “Susi” Haines Ruchie

Ruth and Reid Peterson

Jack Hoeschler

Jerry and Dagmar Getz

Laurie Jacobi and Cotty Lowry

Eric Charles Lindskog

Carl and Annemarie Lindskog

Roy N. Magnuson

Jorene Magnuson

LouAnn Merriam

Suzanne and Robert Meyerson

Gladys M. Ollila

Allen Ollila

Curt Pederson

Kerstin Beyer Lajuzan and Aimeric Lajuzan

Erma Comstock

Laurie Jacobi and Cotty Lowry

Jennifer and Enrique Olivarez

Ewa and Anders Rydåker

Gloria Rosen’s mother

Barbara and Van Anderson

Betty Settergren

Heidi and Jeff Roemer

Cynthia and Robert Stoddard

Dorothy Westling

Jean Canfield

Jane Wicklund

Västergötland Society

IN HONOR OF

Erma Comstock’s Birthday

Ted Johnson

Margaretha Hedblom’s 80th Birthday

Ewa and Anders Rydåker

Ted Johnson’s Birthday

Erma Comstock

In celebration of our community and the experiences that make ASI great

Kent and Birgit Johnson

Joann Thoreen, in honor of her commitment to Swedish American relations

An old friend

Julmarknad: ASI's Christmas Market

Community

Local and global organizations, people, and events, that promote Scandinavian and Scandinavian-American culture and traditions

ASI Cloudberries

A women’s choir that shares the music, culture, and language of Sweden. The Cloudberries welcome and encourage new members. Rehearsals are held at ASI every Thursday from 6:30-8 pm. For additional information, contact Gloria Rosen at (952) 240-7523

ASI Male Chorus

A men's choral group that performs regularly in both Swedish and English. New members welcome. The Chorus is planning a singing tour to Scandinavia in 2024. Rehearsals are Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30PM. Contact Chuck Upcraft at (612) 371-3731, Ted Johnson at tdreamintl@mindspring.com or visit asimalechorus.org

ASI Male Chorus Circle of Friends

This group supports the ASI Male Chorus through promotion and fundraising. To join or contribute contact us at ASIMCCF@gmail.com

ASI Spelmanslag

The ASI Spelmanslag will meet for practices on the 2nd and 3rd Thursdays of the month through the holiday season. For information about holiday events, please visit asispelmanslag.org or call Suzanne at 651-633-1607

Kaffestuga Friends

Open to all ASI members, this club meets in ASI’s Kaffestuga on the last Wednesday of the month from 1–3 pm. Contact Margareta Beyer at (651) 644-5116.

Community Open House & Holiday Exhibit Opening

Karl Oskar House

The Karl Oskar House in Lindstrom will be closed for the season until May of 2023. Contact the email: friendsofkarloskarhouse@gmail.com with questions or to schedule a tour for 2023.

All are invited to attend a 2 pm matinee on Sunday, November 20th the Chisago Lakes High School PAC in Lindstrom, MN. The Twin Cities-based music ensemble The Poor Nobodys, through a 2022 Creative Support for Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, will perform a live score accompanying the screening of a Swedish silent film: historically important A Man There Was, based on Henrik Ibsen’s epic poem.

A Man There Was (Terje Vigen) was released at the same time many Scandinavian immigrants were arriving in Minnesota and building communities here. We think that this film about a Swedish sailor who takes on a British blockade to find food for his family will have special significance for many families in Minnesota. The film is also considered to be one of the finest examples of Swedish silent film. The running time for the film is about one hour. Suggested donation: $10

Lila Spelmanslag

Learn and perform traditional Swedish folk music in this youth string instrument music group for ages 8–18. New members welcome. Contact Ingela Haaland at ingela_eilert@yahoo.com or visit asispelmanslag.org

Scandinavian Friends

On November 14, Don Irwin, a pianist that has performed for us several times, will be with us again. He returns by member request. On December 12, the Minnehaha Academy Chamber Singers will be with us to perform. We will also have a Christmas singalong. Both of these gatherings are held in Larson Hall at ASI with lunch at 12 pm and entertainment to follow. Reservations are required one week in advance. Contact Muriel Johnson at (952) 831-4180 or murjo366@gmail.com

Scandinavian Social Dance

Waltz, schottische, polka, hambo, and more to music from Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland. Dance to live music from 7-9 pm on the second Sunday of each month at the Danish American Center. Easy to follow, non-gendered dance lessons included from 6-7 pm. $10 entrance. Look for event notices on Facebook (search for Scandinavian Social Dance) or https://www.reneevaughan.com/scandinaviansocial-dance.html. Contact Renee Vaughan renee. vaughan@gmail.com

SWEA International in Minnesota

Swedish Women’s Educational Association (SWEA) is an opportunity for Swedish-speaking women to embrace Swedish language, traditions, and provides a strong personal network and support to Swedish families abroad.

In preparation for Christmas, we celebrate Advent, make crafts and drink glögg. December 3rd is our JULFEST/Christmas party at Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church. Come join us!

Winter continues with several get-togethers and our interest groups — book, film, gourmet, outdoor, downtown, mother and child — offer a variety of activities.

For more information contact sweaminnesota@gmail.com or visit our website at minnesota.swea.org.

Swedish Cultural Society of the Red River Valley, Fargo, ND

Sunday, December 11, 2:00pm: Santa Lucia at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 401 40th Avenue South, Moorhead MN. Program includes Lucia procession, crowning and naming the Honorary Lucia.

Sunday, January 15, 6:00pm: Tjugonde Knut at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 401 40th Avenue South, Moorhead MN. FIKA with pea soup, potluck goodies, dancing around the Christmas tree and then saying goodbye to Christmas with plundering the tree and sending it out the door.

Further information available at: https://www.swedishsocietyrrv.com/

Swedish Genealogical Society of Minnesota

Join us for a presentation from William R. Short on Life After Death in the Viking Age & Religion in the Viking Age on January 28, 2023 from 10am-12pm. Short is manager and lead researcher of Hurstwic, a New England-based organization devoted to researching Viking culture. After receiving his Doctor of Science degree from MIT, he researched sound, acoustics, human hearing, and other fields, and received dozens of patents and was jointly awarded the IPO Inventor of the Year award in 1987. Short is the author of Viking Weapons and Combat Techniques, and Icelanders in the Viking Age. For more information, please visit www.sgsmn.org

Twin Cities Dalaföreningen

Open to all, this club celebrates the Swedish province of Dalarna through social activities, holiday celebrations, and volunteer opportunities. We meet the first Saturday of each month at the Danish American Center. Join us on December 3 at the Danish American Center for our annual Julbord celebration. Contact Arne Larson with questions at (612) 998-9893

Twin Cities Nyckelharpalag

Twin Cities Nyckelharpalag meets for Lagspel rehearsals at ASI Saturday November 5 & 19 and December 17, 10:15 am - noon. The group performs on December 3 at ASI for Julmarknad. For further information about the group, please contact Cheryl Paschke at (612) 670-6356 or email inquiries@tcnyckelharpalag.com

Twin Cities Swedish Folk Dancers

The Twin Cities Swedish Folk Dancers are unable to meet at this time because of the pandemic. Notice will be given when we can meet in the future.

Vasa Junior Folkdancers

The Vasa Jr. Dancers welcome new members (ages 3-18). We rehearse at ASI on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month from 9-10:30 am. Please contact Erica Reiff at Info@vasajrdancers.org or jafra4erica@yahoo.com

Västergötland

Society

The Vastergotland Society will meet on Saturday, November 12th at 12:30 pm in the Lindberg Stuga at ASI, for our Annual Harvest Potluck and Elections. The Vastergotland Society does not meet in December. Please contact Gordon Anderson @ 763-7888532 with questions. VALKOMMEN to ALL!

Vocabulary

snöflinga :: snowflake

åka pulka :: go sledding

strumpa :: stocking

Julklapp :: Christmas gift

For pronunciation, visit The People’s Dictionary: folkets-lexikon.csc.kth.se/folkets/folkets.en.html

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