American Swedish Historical Museum

October In the year 2026, the American Swedish Historical Museum marks a singular and momentous occasion: the centennial anniversary of its founding.
In celebration of this extraordinary milestone, we invite you to step into an unforgettable evening at the Centennial Gala, a once-in-a-century celebration that promises elegance, inspiration, and lasting memories. Held within the Museum’s iconic setting, the evening will bring together distinguished guests, patrons, and partners for a program that reflects on the past while looking boldly toward the future.

A highlight of the evening will be a thoughtfully curated culinary experience. From passed hors d’oeuvres to an exquisite three-course dinner, each dish will be inspired by historic recipes spanning the last century. This menu will offer guests a rare opportunity to quite literally taste popular culture over time. The evening will also feature live music from Oskar Stenmark, dancing with music from DJ Robert Drake, and exclusive auction experiences, creating a vibrant and celebratory atmosphere from the first toast to the final dance.

The Gala will also mark the beginning of the second century of collecting for ASHM with an announcement of the first gifts to the Centennial Legacy Collection. These objects are being donated by influential Nordic Americans who have been part of the Museum’s past and will now help shape its collection for the future.

More than an evening of celebration, the Centennial Gala plays a vital role in supporting the Museum’s future. Proceeds will directly benefit the Centennial improvement projects, funding critical initiatives in accessibility, preservation, safety, and visitor experience, ensuring the Museum continues to thrive for generations to come.

Whether you've been part of the Museum for decades or are joining us for the first time, we would love to celebrate this milestone with you

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American Swedish Historical Museum Centennial Gala

October In the year 2026, the American Swedish Historical Museum marks a singular and momentous occasion: the centennial...

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Woodbury Friends Meetinghouse at 124 North Broad Street in Woodbury

In a <a href="https://www.gchsnj.org/shop/presentation-when-british-general-charles-cornwallis-occupied-gloucester-county/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">presentation</a> at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Woodbury Friends Meeting House, historian Patrick Ward will recount the local Revolutionary War campaigns of British General Charles Cornwallis, one of Great Britain’s most aggressive and capable senior field commanders during the American Revolution. Cornwallis’ later maneuvers in the South ultimately culminated in his surrender at Yorktown, the final battle of the war, in 1781.
Cosponsored by the <a href="https://www.gchsnj.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Gloucester County Historical Society</a> and the <a href="https://www.southjerseyquakers.org/woodbury-friends-meeting/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Woodbury Friends Meeting</a>, the event is open to the public and admission is free.
Ward is a Southern New Jersey historian whose interest focuses on Gloucester City, the Delaware River, and the region’s Revolutionary War history. Cosponsored by the Gloucester County Historical Society and the Friends Meeting, the event is free and open to the public.
Titled “British General Lord Cornwallis Marches to Woodbury and Gloucester County in November 1777,” Ward’s PowerPoint presentation will include maps from the period, information about the military units that participated, personal accounts from those on the march, and details about how the Americans responded to Cornwallis’ forces.
On Oct. 22, 1777, Hessian forces failed to capture Fort Mercer at Red Bank. By holding the fort, American troops disrupted efforts to resupply the British Army in Philadelphia by way of the Royal Navy and other supply vessels on the Delaware River.
General Sir William Howe, commander in chief of the British land forces, responded by organizing a larger expedition against Fort Mercer. He placed General Lord Cornwallis in command of the attacking force.
On Nov. 17, 1777, a combined force of British and Hessian troops landed south of Fort Billingsport, New Jersey, and began marching north through Gloucester County. Additional British troops from New York City landed at Fort Billingsport under the command of General Thomas Wilson.
Cornwallis assumed command of the combined force, estimated at 4,900 troops, and led it north toward Fort Mercer at Red Bank. Their objective was to eliminate the last remaining American threat to British shipping on the Delaware River.
Ward’s presentation will include an opportunity for informal discussion with the audience.
Free parking available on Hunter Street in the Gloucester County Historical Society lot and the large County Justice Complex Parking Garage. <a href="https://bit.ly/woodbury-free-parking" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/woodbury-free-parking</a>
Helpful Google maps link: <a href="https://bit.ly/Woodbury-friends" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/Woodbury-friends</a>
The Friends Meetinghouse is located across North Broad Street from the Charlie Brown Restaurant.
GPS Coordinates: Friends Meeting:&nbsp; &nbsp;39.84058,-75.15074

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Wayne Art Center

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Join Steve Gonsalves for an immersive evening of hauntings, history, and true tales from his personal archive. This Fall 2026 Tour stop offers a unique look into a lifetime spent exploring the paranormal.

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The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center & Fairgrounds

Bring your friends, family, and appetite for a delicious weekend shopping experience! The top coffee shops, coffee roasters, chocolatiers, gourmet food purveyors, and unique artisans from around the region will gather in Oaks, PA, for the Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival. Come sip, taste, and enjoy this family friendly festival in Hall A of the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA!!Kids under 12 are FREE with a ticketed parent/guardian!
Saturday VIP ONLY Hours: 9am-10am
Saturday VIP &amp;&nbsp;General Admission: 10am-5pm
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Gloria Dei Old Swedes Episcopal Church

LOST AT SEA:
Seafaring Music &amp; the Sailor Cenotaphs of Old Swedes' Church
Sunday, October 25th at 3pm
Gloria Dei, Old Swedes' Church • 916 S Swanson St, Philadelphia PA 19147
Tickets: $35 ($30 in advance) general, $15 student with ID&nbsp;
There is nothing more mysterious and heart-rending than the words “lost at sea.” 18th and 19th century sailor life encompassed back breaking work, adventure, harsh onboard discipline, and life threatening danger. As recently as 1980, 34 mariners perished on the SS Poet. Sea songs and music tell stories, lighten work, and illustrate the power and danger of the sea itself. Join The Publick Pleasure as we honor those lost at sea with seafaring songs, instrumental music, shanties and ballads.

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