Swenson Swedish Immigration Research Center

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Immigrant ship — Emigrant steamer "Orlando," 1880. Leaving Gothenburg, Sweden, for Hull, England, on first leg of Atlantic passage.

The Swenson Swedish Immigration Research Center (located at Augustana College in Rock Island, IL) is a national library and archives providing resources for the study of Swedish immigration to North America. We also help people research their Swedish-American genealogy.

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Make an appointment by emailing or calling 309-794-7204. Location and hours.

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Events

Nordic Book Club

Tuesday, February 11, 2020 • 6:00 pm

Swede Hollow The monthly Swenson Center book club discusses books on Nordic topics or by Nordic authors.

Swenson Center Painting for a Purpose

Monday, February 24, 2020 • 6:30 pm

The Swenson Center is hosting a painting party/class!

Classes

The Swenson Center offers fun learning opportunities for students of all ages! We offer Swedish language classes, craft workshops, and a Nordic Book Club.

Events

Nordic Book Club

Tuesday, March 10, 2020 • 6:00 pm

Nearly Normal Join the monthly Swenson Center book club to discuss books on Nordic topics or by Nordic authors.