Make a Dala Horse
A paint and take of small Dala Horse ornaments. Originally from Sweden, these iconic horses have also been used to represent Norway and other Scandinavian countries. Suggested donation $5
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Come learn a Scandinavian lawn game! Throw sticks to knock down your opponent’s wooden army (kubbs) and win by toppling the king. Easy rules and fun for all ages!
Read MoreVikings and Victorians: How Norse traditions and the Industrial Revolution shaped our modern Christmas.
A historical discussion of how our modern winter holidays have been influenced by Scandinavian traditions and specifically how the Victorians interpreted them. Christmas trees, Santa, mistletoe, glass baubles, and wreaths; so much of it has ancient origins. So sit back and relax as we make some greeting cards and explore the history of what makes…
Read MoreUnderstanding Automatons
What happens when you mix the world-building of steampunk and combine it with the beloved lore of fairy tales? Come learn about examples of steampunk fairy tales in all kinds of media, then listen to a reading of The Clockwork Coffin, a Gothic fairy tale retelling with a steampunk twist.
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