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Shipbuilding Free Family Day

October 12, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Join the American Swedish Historical Museum for a Free Family Day inspired by ships and shipbuilding and celebrate the US Navy’s 250th anniversary!

Celebrate 250 Years of Shipbuilding in Greater Philadelphia, and try out engineering and nautical-themed activities in the Museum galleries including designing and building your own boat that floats and US Navy LEGO shipbuilding with the Kalmar Nyckel!

Walk-ins are welcome, but help them plan with your RSVP.

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