Mell Is the Erlander Home Museum in Rockford closed?
For now, due to COVID-19, the Erlander Home Museum will remain closed until further notice. But we look forward to the time when tours will once again fill the home with visitors from near and far. Meanwhile, we will celebrate the Erlander Home Museum virtually in many ways.
Who is the Swedish Historical Society of Rockford-home?
The Society was officially formed on January 31, 1939 and incorporated in Illinois as a not-for-profit corporation on November 29, 1950. The Swedish Historical Society is organized exclusively for historical, educational, and charitable purposes. In harmony with this purpose is the operation of the Erlander Home Museum and Nordic Cultural Center.
Where is the Illinois State Museum in Rockford located?
The museum campus sits on a 148-acre campus conveniently located near I-90 in Rockford, Illinois. The museum is comfortably nestled among trees to create a beautiful ambiance at any time of the year.
What are some of the landmarks in Rockford IL?
Landmarks range from the Herrick-Logli Cobblestone House on Broadway built in 1847 to the gatehouse to Beyer Stadium, best known as the home of the Rockford Peaches. Three movie theaters, five schools and Rockford’s City Hall are also among the designations.
For now, due to COVID-19, the Erlander Home Museum will remain closed until further notice. But we look forward to the time when tours will once again fill the home with visitors from near and far. Meanwhile, we will celebrate the Erlander Home Museum virtually in many ways.
The Society was officially formed on January 31, 1939 and incorporated in Illinois as a not-for-profit corporation on November 29, 1950. The Swedish Historical Society is organized exclusively for historical, educational, and charitable purposes. In harmony with this purpose is the operation of the Erlander Home Museum and Nordic Cultural Center.
When is the 150th anniversary of the Erlander Home?
Erlander 150th Anniversary Campaign- help us reach our goal! This year is especially important to us as we celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the Erlander Home. It is our hope that we will be able to get together to celebrate this significant anniversary sometime in the future.
When did the Swedes come to Rockford IL?
Beginning in 1852, and peaking around the 1880’s, Swedes came to Rockford by the thousands to seek their fortunes. They were part of the mass migration that eventually brought 60 million people to these shores.