As a young girl growing up in Minnesota I always intended to visit the American Swedish Institute. My Grandmother told me about it and we were going to go together. I was so excited to finally visit over the weekend for a Christmas kick-off. We were the first to see the Turnblad Mansion fully decorated for the holiday season. Can I just say the mansion and the museum fully exceeded my expectations. Every detail was so beyond beautiful. Even the thermostat on the wall was art. They really knew how to build and design in 1903. I also really enjoyed the gift shop filled with Nordic cookbooks and decor. I would like to spend a little more time in there without a four year old in tote. She had fun looking for trolls and making an ornament. Here is a peek at my visit. It really got me inspired for some Scandi Christmas decor this year.

Xo, Annie