The American Scandinavian Assocation at Augustana College, Rock Island, Illinois, USA

The ASA was founded in 1934 by a group of Scandinavians living in the Quad Cities area. We are an Associate Chapter of the American Scandinavian Foundation, headquartered in New York. The ASA aims...

• to stimulate and promote interest in relations and culture between America and all five of the Nordic countries
• to preserve the Nordic heritage in Western Illinois and Eastern Iowa
• to advance Nordic culture in the U.S. and U.S. culture in the Nordic countries

Some annual celebrations include:

• Midsommar Fest
• Kräftskiva (Crayfish Party) in August
• Luciafest in association with Augustana's Scandinavian Department
• Ärtsoppa (Yellow Pea Soup) Supper in February
• Lutfisk Dinner in Autumn (see our listing at Lutfisk Lovers' Lifeline)
• Bus trips to Chicago's Andersonville and IKEA stores

The ASA welcomes new members. Annual Membership fees are $10 per single, $20 per family.

Membership privileges include:

• Opportunities for participation in ASA activities
• Informational newsletters
• Discounts on ASA trips
• Occasional cooking demonstrations

E-mail us to request a brochure!

Or mail membership payment, checks payable to ASA, to:
ASA Membership
Swenson Center
Augustana College
639 38th St
Rock Island, IL  61201-2296