Several times in the early part of this century, attempts have been made to organize a Swedish Day (Svenskarnas Dag), but not until 1934 did this come to pass. This year, 2008, is the 75th annual celebration of Svenskarnas Dag. The festivity is held in Minnehaha Park in Minneapolis on the 4th Sunday in June.	A photo of Swedish dancers from 1921. From left to right: Unknown, -Hedvig Johnson -Ebba Nelson -John Wallberg -Gunhild Anderson -Oscar Johnson -Dorothy Johnson Blomster -Linnea Osman -Gunnar Walter
From the first celebration, religious services have been held in the morning with pastors from our city, state, country and Sweden.	The first chairman was Gustaf Jacobsen. The present chairman is Ted Noble. A certificate of incorporation was filed for record in the office of deeds, State of Minnesota in Saint Paul on the 4th May 1935. There have been many important guests of honor, including many of the highest government officials from the United States and Sweden.
Music has been provided by the Male Chorus, other groups and soloists from the United States and Sweden. The Salvation Army has always cooperated in many ways with their band, other guests and speakers. The musical and cultural part of the program has been varied, appealing to everyone. The American Swedish Institute and Saint Paul Swedish Male Choruses perform yearly under the direction of well-known directors and accompanists. The Svenskarnas Dag Girls Choir, since their their beginning in 1966, has sung with their clear tone that is so appreciated in the Midwest and on their tours to Sweden.	The Twin City Swedish Folk Dancers have delighted audiences throughout the years. The Vasa Junior Folk Dancers are always a pleasure to watch as they perform for the crowd. These are the local groups that can always be depended upon to perform. Many other choirs, ensembles, instrumental groups and soloists from both the United States and Sweden have performed throughout the years. Many awards have been given to outstanding people. They include: Minnesota Swede of the Year, Minnesota Swedish Immigrant of the Year, Swedish Lady of the Year and Honorary Swede of the Year. The Mora Nisse Award is given to the winner of the Vasaloppet which takes place in Mora, MN each year. Since 1952 a Midsummer Queen has been selected and they go on to represent Svenskarnas Dag in the Minneapolis Aquatennial. Svenskarnas Dag recognizes the need to preserve our heritage and culture. It is important that all of this be carried on into the future. The Svenskarnas Dag Girls Choir