The charming Swedish Community of Lindsborg, KS awaits! Your day will be filled with artistry, history and folklore as we attend the community's annual Millfest, celebrating the history of the 1898 Smoky Valley Roller Mill and the pioneer heritage of the region. We will tour the mill and retrace the steps of a bygone era as artisans and musicians showcase their talent and skills. After we will enjoy a one-of-a-kind Swedish buffet at the Coronado Heights Castle, we will visit the Birger Sandzen Memorial Art Gallery at Bethany College. Born and raised in Sweden, Sandzen is referred to as the Van Gough of the Prairie. No tour would be complete with a visit to the Hemslojd (Dala Horse Factory). We will learn about the process of making dala horses and the story behind them. We will also visit the Small World Gallery and the works of world-traveled National Geographic Photographer Jim Richardson. We will finish the day with dinner at a local favorite the Crown and Rye. The restaurant has a long running history in Lindsborg, originally opening as the Swedish Crown more than 50 years ago.

Facilitator: Beccy Tanner, Adjunct Instructor, Department of History, Wichita State University