American Swedish Institute

Sean has the wonkiest schedule which is usually annoying but it does sometimes have it's benefits. Such as the time Sean was home on a particular weekday and we took the younger kids to the American Swedish Institute.

It's a castle! Built by Swedish immigrants, later turned into a museum. During this family event, there was a fun storytime (although, my kids never seem to last too long during those) with themed activities.


For instance, one book featured someone traveling on a paper airplane. After the book was finished, the kids got to look all around the mansion for hidden airplanes, putting a sticker on their paper for each one (or on daddy's shoe, if you please).

As we searched, we also got to see the museum's treasures:











Once through with the activities, we crafted a kite like we read about in another book.


Finally, to the top floor that had a bunch of kid play areas. You should have seen Grey zip around there, he just loves the freedom to roam!

P.S. Wren was there but never pictured. Such is the fate of the baby when the photographer and the baby carrier are the same person.