Architect Tim Carl of Minneapolis-based HGA led the design team for the Nelson Cultural Center.

Swedish designers, Åke Axelsson and Karin Ahlgren served as consultants to the project. Green elements including bio-roofs and a geothermal heating and cooling system ensure that ASI remains not only beautiful but sustainable Institute for generations of visitors to come.

WHAT: American Swedish Institute LEED Gold Certification Ceremony

WHEN: Wednesday, May 29 6:30 p.m.

WHERE: American Swedish Institute, 2600 Park Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55407

Tour the ASI grounds and learn about the natural materials, native plantings, and innovative designs that were integral in earning this important designation. Learn more about what going green at ASI means for our community, play kubb on the lawn and take in some green demonstrations.

COST: Free! In honor of our green status, ASI wants visitors to save little green by offering free admission on May 29^th from 5-8 p.m.

About ASI

The American Swedish Institute (ASI) is a vibrant arts and culture organization and historic home located at 2600 Park Avenue near downtown Minneapolis. ASI attracts more than 65,000 people each year for tours of the landmark 1908 Turnblad Mansion, exhibits, classes and events that connect the community to contemporary Nordic culture and cultural heritage. Founded in 1929 by Swedish immigrant newspaper publisher Swan J. Turnblad, ASI now serves as a gathering place for people to share stories and experiences around universal themes of tradition, migration, craft and the arts, all informed by enduring ties to Sweden. Museum hours: Tue., Thu., Fri., Sun. 125 p.m., Wed. 128 p.m., and Sat. 10 a.m.5 p.m. Museum admission: $7, $6 ages 62+, $4 ages 6-18 and students with ID. For more information, visit ASImn.org.

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