SCANDINAVIAN EAST COAST MUSEUM

BROOKLYN, NY

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The Scandinavian East Coast Museum in Brooklyn, NY is a unique cultural institution dedicated to preserving and presenting the rich cultural heritage of Scandinavia. Located in the heart of the Williamsburg neighborhood, the museum houses a wide variety of artifacts, photographs, and other materials related to the history of Scandinavia, from the Viking Age to the present.

The museum's permanent collection includes a variety of pieces from all walks of Scandinavian life, including furniture, textiles, decorative arts, and pottery. It also features a large photography collection, documenting the history of the region through the lens of both native and non-native photographers. Additionally, the museum hosts a variety of rotating exhibitions throughout the year, showcasing the diverse cultural heritage of the region.

The Scandinavian East Coast Museum also offers a wide range of educational programs and special events. These include lectures and workshops, film screenings, and other cultural events. In addition, the museum also hosts a monthly book club, which encourages the discussion of Scandinavian literature, as well as a variety of family-friendly activities.

The museum is open to the public, and admission is free. It is open Tuesday–Sunday from 11 AM to 5 PM. The museum is also wheelchair-accessible, and offers a variety of amenities, including a gift shop and café.

SCANDINAVIAN EAST COAST MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in BROOKLYN NY. US MID #8403600702

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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SCANDINAVIAN EAST COAST MUSEUM
440 OVINGTON AVENUE
BROOKLYN
NY
11209

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MID # 8403600702
Name SCANDINAVIAN EAST COAST MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mid-Atlantic
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 113634793
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 40.633272, -74.022923
CODES FIPS State Code: 36
FIPS County Code: 047
US Census Tract: 013000
US Census Block: 4002