Swedish Cottage 2018

The Swedish cottage, built in Sweden in 1875, was placed in Central Park in 1877 at the suggestion of Frederick Law Olmsted.

Since arriving in the United States UU., The cabin has served a variety of purposes, perhaps the most important is that it was used as the headquarters of the Civil Defense during the Second World War. It was also an old tool shed, a library and the entomology laboratory at Central Park.

In 1947, the Swedish country house became known, as it is today, as the home of the

In a show of patriotism, Swedish and American flags float on the roof of what was once a traditional school.

In addition to organizing puppet shows, which are often followed throughout the school year, Cottage is also available for children's birthday parties