News Release

Lindsborg Swedish Folk Dancers

News Release Date: December 2, 2019

Contact: Amber Kirkendall, 402-223-3514

Beatrice, Nebraska – Celebrate winter traditions at Homestead National Monument of America with the Lindsborg Swedish Folk Dancers. On Sunday, December 8, at 2:00 p.m. the Lindsborg, Kansas group, consisting of 15 dancers and five violins will be performing at the Education Center.

The Lindsborg Swedish Folk Dancers will perform traditional Swedish folk dances to live music, in authentic costumes. The high school students that compose the group are committed to preserving the cultural traditions brought to the United States by Swedish immigrants. Thanks to the generosity of the Friends of Homestead there will be a cookies and hot chocolate reception following the 45 minute performance. “We are so excited to welcome the Lindsborg Swedish Folk Dancers whom are renowned throughout the region”, said, Homestead National Monument of America Superintendent Mark Engler.
The Lindsborg Swedish Folk Dancers are the 2^nd special program of the Winter Festival of Prairie Cultures. The Winter Festival of Prairie Cultures features decorated trees and tabletop displays featuring ornaments and hand-made crafts that reflect the spirit of hope, humor, traditions, and generosity, which characterized winter celebrations in the West. These displays are available for viewing now and will continue to be on display until January 5, 2020.
 
Remember, Homestead National Monument of America has an exciting schedule of events planned for 2020. Keep up with the latest information by following us on Twitter (HomesteadNM) and Facebook (Homestead National Monument of America).

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