The Swedish Cultural Society of Duluth has a monthly program which includes music and a presentation. Most meetings feature a speaker who presents on a special topic related to Swedish culture. Here is a list of these programs..
Upcoming Programs
December 13, 2025
@ 9:00 am
Program
Duluth Holiday Inn - Great Lakes Ballroom
Come join us in celebrating Sankta Lucia.
Past Programs
November 16, 2025
@ 2:30 pm
Presenter
Alison Aune
Dr. Alison Aune shares insights from her Folk Art Fellowship in Sweden, exploring her studies of sydsvenskt bonadsmåleri and her project Den blå Tråden (“Blue Thread to America”) exhibitions linking Sweden and Duluth.
October 19, 2025
@ 2:30 pm
Presenter
Rich Söderberg
Discover Rich Söderberg’s journey uncovering his Swedish ancestry and learn tips to start your own genealogy search.
September 21, 2025
@ 2:30 pm
Program
Presenter
Teri Glembin
On the 21st, we’ll meet at First Covenant and listen to a presentation by Teri Glembin, creator of her artwork, titled A Dala A Day. This should be an interesting presentation, followed by our annual Fall potluck.
June 29, 2025
@ 2:00 pm
Program
We will be hosting our community Midsommar Celebration from 2:00 – 4:30 pm on Sunday, June 29th. Midsommar has a long history in Duluth, dating back many decades.
May 18, 2025
@ 1:15 pm
The Swedish Cultural Society of Duluth will present the popular Silent Auction, Nordic Review Program with Folkdräkt Parade & Fika. Local talent representing Finland, Norway, Denmark, Iceland, and Sami regions.
April 27, 2025
@ 2:30 pm
Program
Presenter
Sue Finstick and Dale Smith
Sue Finstick and Dale Smith will present their program entitled “Losing Ourselves in Sweden”, recounting their 2022 visit to Sweden.