Lazaretto Grand Opening
Photos courtesy of Britt Apell. 2024.The festivities began on Saturday May 4th at 2 PM on the first floor of the Lazaretto. After a welcome to a standing room only crowd by Governor Joe Mathews, the Historian and Curator, Rev. Dr. Kim-Eric Williams gave a detailed...
The Swedish Farmstead at Governor Printz Park, Tinicum Township, Pennsylvania
The Swedish Farmstead is now open! Tinicum Township has completed its improvement of Governor Printz Park and The Swedish Colonial Society has completed its Farmstead reconstruction project. While we’re still adding some finishing touches, we’re ready for your visit....
Celebration of New Jersey’s Swedish History
Janet Anderson (New Sweden Centre president) Pennsville's Mayor Robert Mc Dade, and Aleasa Hogate (NSC VP/Education Director/SCS council member) Tom Romansky photographerFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 8, 2020 Celebration of New Jersey's Swedish History On Saturday,...
SCS Council has approved ADDITIONAL certifications for those Forefather members who can prove lineage to more that one Forefather
For the first time in the 107 year history of the Swedish Colonial Society's history, we are pleased to announce that the SCS Council has approved ADDITIONAL certifications for those Forefather members who can prove lineage to more that one Forefather. Each additional...
Expedia Sweden created an interactive map that visualizes the Swedish migration to each state
Online travel expert Expedia Sweden just created an interactive map of the US that visualizes the Swedish migration to each state, beginning in 1850s and going up to 1960s; showing the ebb and flow of migration through animation. The map also includes a timeline,...
SCS CRAIG COLLECTION AVAILABLE ONLINE
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Governor Bridwell Receives Swedish Royal Honors.
MAY 2013: His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustaf bestowed Society Governor Margaret Sooy Bridwell with the Royal Order of the Polar Star in a presentation made during the Reception prior to 375th New Sweden Jubilee Dinner. The King is the Society’s High Patron. Ambassador...
The Swedish Colonial Society is proud to support historic preservation at Gloria Dei (Old Swedes’) Church
We have had a long relationship with Gloria Dei (Old Swedes') Church. Gloria Dei has created a 501c3 for historic preservation of the church and churchyard. (www.preserveoldwedes.org) The new foundation has created the "100 Founding Members" ... an opportunity for...
Genealogical Books Available to SCS Members
The Swedish Colonial Society has 70 feet of genealogical books in its Archives. Click here to establish or renew your membership. The index follows. SCS Short Book List November 2012 Cataloged in agreement with the LDS Family History Library [304.6/094 The European...
Would you like to donate to the Society’s Education Programs?
I/We would like to support the Swedish Colonial Society Educational Programs, throughout the year with a fully tax deductible donation of: Benefactor: $50.00 Patron: $35.00 Supporter: $25.00 We will happily accept any other cash contribution you would like to make....