Sunday, May 12, 2013

A Central Park Wedding At The Swedish Cottage


The Swedish Cottage, was placed in Central Park in 1877 at the suggestion of Frederick Law Olmsted. 

Constructed in Sweden of native pine and cedar, the model schoolhouse was dismantled, packed in crates, and shipped across the Atlantic, then re-erected by Swedish craftsmen on the Exposition grounds. Furnished with desks and chalkboards, and staffed by Swedish teachers, the popular pavilion welcomed many visitors.
 


Today the Swedish Cottage is  the home of the Marionette Theatre In a show of patriotism, both Swedish and American flags fly from the what was once a traditional schoolhouse.

In addition to hosting marionette performances, which are often attended by classes throughout the school year, the Cottage is also available for children's birthday parties.

To Book Your Central Park Wedding
Reach out to NancySweizyEvents.com
nancysweizyevents@gmail.com
 917 355 0689  

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