American Swedish Institute

The American Swedish Institute was founded in 1929 by Swedish immigrant newspaper publisher Swan J. Turnblad. Today, ASI links Minneapolis history with the best of contemporary Swedish and Nordic culture. Tour the Turnblad Mansion, enjoy exhibits and the performing arts in the mansion and Osher Gallery, find unique Nordic designed products in the ASI Museum Shop, savor new Nordic cuisine at ASI’s award-winning cafe, FIKA, and explore stories from the past in Wallenberg Library and Archives. Welcome to the American Swedish Institute!