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
April 19, 2026
@ 2:30 pm
Presenter
Esther Warren
First Covenant Church
Through story and history, Esther Warren brings Swedish immigrant journeys to life. We’re honored to share a recorded presentation of her work.
May 17, 2026
@ 2:30 pm
First Covenant Church
Silent Auction @ 1:15 pm. Program starts at 2:30 pm.
June 28, 2026
@ 2:00 pm
Program
Christ Lutheran Church
SCS will be hosting our community Midsommar Celebration from 2:00 – 4:30 pm on Sunday, June 28th. The ring dance and singing will take place at 3:00 pm.
September 20, 2026
@ 2:30 pm
Presenter
Eric Siljendahl
First Covenant Church
Eric Siljendahl shares highlights from his journey to Dalarna, Sweden—exploring ancestral roots, landscapes, traditions, and the cultural heart of Sweden. Originally scheduled for March 15, 2026.
Past Programs
March 15, 2026
@ 2:30 pm
Presenter
Eric Siljendahl
First Covenant Church
[Cancelled due to weather.] Eric Siljendahl shares highlights from his journey to Dalarna, Sweden—exploring ancestral roots, landscapes, traditions, and the cultural heart of Sweden.
February 15, 2026
@ 2:30 pm
Presenter
Candace Peterson-Kolenda & Dale Sohlstrom
First Covenant Church
Candace shares her Sjölunden language camp experience; Dale explores the vast, ongoing relocation of Kiruna—an extraordinary feat of modern engineering.
December 13, 2025
@ 9:00 am
Program
Holiday Inn & Suites Duluth
Come join us in celebrating Sankta Lucia.
November 16, 2025
@ 2:30 pm
Program
Presenter
Alison Aune
First Covenant Church
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
First Covenant Church
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
First Covenant Church
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.