Consulate General of Sweden Houston

06/11/2023

Celebrating the Swedish National Day.

06/11/2023

2023 truly is a jubilee year for Sweden. This year also marks 50 years on the throne for His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustaf, Sweden’s current and longest reigning monarch.



Foto: Thron Ullberg/Kungl. Hovstaterna

https://www.kungahuset.se/english/ovrigt/theme-sites/the-jubilee-year-2023

06/01/2023

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05/14/2023

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05/11/2023

May 9, 2023 EU Day celebration in Houston at IKEA. Presentations by Dignitana, IKEA and Council Member David Robinson.

05/11/2023

Our sincerest thanks to all those who celebrated with us at the 2023 Transatlantic Bridge Awards! It was a beautiful evening at Embassy of Sweden in USA , where we gathered to honor Dr. Anthony Fauci, journalist Judy Woodruff, and Sen. Rob Portman for their outstanding contributions to the transatlantic relationship. View all the photos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjADcEJ

05/10/2023

Photos from Consulate of France in Houston's post

04/27/2023

Europe Day - HOUSTON - Event Registration

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04/21/2023

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03/11/2023

Calling all Swedes in the US! 🇸🇪🇺🇸 Are you in need of a new passport before traveling to Sweden this summer?

We have passport appointments available in Washington, DC right now, including appointments on two Saturdays: March 25 & April 1.

Schedule your appointment through the below link 👇

https://www.swedenabroad.se/en/about-abroad-for-swedish-citizens/usa/service-for-swedish-citizens/passports/passports-for-adults/

03/08/2023

Today is the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award (ALMA) laureate announcement, which recognizes authors and storytellers in the field of children’s literature. This year’s recipient is American author Laurie Halse Anderson! Congrats!

Today we present three Swedish women who have all contributed immensely to children’s literature: Astrid Lindgren, Katarina Taikon and Selma Lagerlöf. Enjoy!

Astrid Lindgren: One of Sweden’s most famous authors of children’s literature. Her books are known for their humor, warmth and celebration of the imagination and spirit of childhood. Her stories have been translated into more than 100 languages!

Katarina Taikon: As a Romani in Sweden, she experienced discrimination and prejudice from a young age. She began writing books for children, drawing on her own experiences. Her famous book, Katitzi, tells a story of a young Romani girl who faces discrimination, but finds strength in her family and community.

Selma Lagerlöf: A Swedish author and the first female writer to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1909. Her writing is known for its vivid descriptions of nature, and strong female characters. Today, Lagerlöf is regarded as one of Sweden’s greatest writers.

Photos: astridlindgren.com; Björn Langhammer/taikon.se; selmalagerlof.org

02/22/2023

The semla | sweden.se

The semla | sweden.se

All you need to know about the semla, a cream-filled, cardamom-flavoured bun that drives Swedes crazy around February. Recipe included!

02/22/2023

Pioneer the possible together as Sweden meets Texas! 🇸🇪🌱🇺🇲

Welcome to join us at Sustainable Transition in Houston on March 9, featuring innovators, industry representatives, and stakeholders from two of the most innovative countries in the World, including keynote speaker Karin Olofsdotter, Ambassador of Sweden to the United States.

Here, you will also meet and listen to entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders, and representatives from Sweden and the Texas energy industry, as well as city representatives and people from the academia, talking about new and exciting paths to a sustainable transition.

March 9 in Houston will give you a unique opportunity to connect with an exclusive target group and network with other top executives, whether you want to learn, promote, or introduce your innovation, company, or region. Sustainable Transition in Houston is the place to be if you want to expand your platform for partner and customer discovery and business development.

The event will take place at The ION in Houston https://www.ionhouston.com/
4201 Main st, Houston, TX 77002

We hope to meet you there! 🤩

Read more and register for this event at: https://chamber.sacctx.com/events/details/sacc-houston-sustainable-transition-in-houston-2023-4843

02/17/2023

What is the outlook for Ukraine’s future and partnership with the European Union? How can we ensure that strong transatlantic cooperation endures?

FEBRUARY 27: You're invited to hear from EU Ambassador Stavros Lambrinidis, Swedish Ambassador Karin Olofsdotter, and Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova as they discuss these questions and more with the Atlantic Council. Join us in person by registering here: https://bit.ly/EUSupport4Ukraine

02/04/2023

Timeline photos

Today, EU leaders met President Zelenskyy in Ukraine for the first EU-Ukraine Summit following Russia's unjustified war. The post-Summit statement addresses Ukraine's EU membership, humanitarian aid, military support, reconstruction plans, and more. https://bit.ly/3HDO4iu

01/22/2023

Swedish artist Johannes Wessmark in Galveston

https://swedishconsulate.org/swedish-artist-johannes-wessmark-in-galveston/

Johannes Wessmark is an artist working with acrylics and oils, painting hyperrealism. His studio is located in the middle of the Swedish wilderness but he sells his paintings through two major art galleries in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Johannes Wessmark was born in Karlstad in 1962. His exhibition at Studio Experience Gallery in Galveston will open on February 24th. During the opening, the artist will be there in person painting live.

Swedish artist Johannes Wessmark in Galveston Posted byConsulate General in Houston October 26, 2022November 28, 2022 Johannes Wessmark is an artist working with acrylics and oils, painting hyperrealism. His studio is located in the middle of the Swedish wilderness but he sells his paintings through...

01/22/2023

Trombone Concert

https://swedishconsulate.org/trombone-concert/

Swedish ROCO Principal Trombonist Thomas Hultén leads his first Unchambered concert on February 24! The event takes place in Midtown Art and Theater Center in Houston. This eclectic program will highlight the wonders of the brass family, in chamber works featuring the trombone. From classical to jazz, there’ll be something the whole family can enjoy – including an interactive Q&A with Thomas!

Swedish ROCO Principal Trombonist Thomas Hultén leads his first Unchambered concert on February 24! The event takes place in Midtown Art and Theater Center in Houston. This eclectic . program will highlight the wonders of the brass family, in chamber works featuring the trombone. From classical to ...

01/22/2023

Sustainable Transition in Houston

https://swedishconsulate.org/sustainable-transition-in-houston/
Welcome to join us at Sustainable Transition in Houston on March 9, featuring innovators, industry representatives, and stakeholders from two of the most innovative countries in the World, including keynote speaker Karin Olofsdotter, Ambassador of Sweden to the United States.

Welcome to the Sustainable Transition in Houston 2023! Pioneer the possible together as Sweden meets Texas: Welcome to join us at Sustainable Transition in Houston on March 9, featuring innovators, industry representatives, and stakeholders from two of the most innovative countries in the World, inc...

01/17/2023

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01/02/2023

12/14/2022

🇸🇪🇪🇺
Today, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson presented the political priorities of the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Sweden will take over the Presidency from January 1, 2023.

Sweden’s priorities during the Presidency:
🇪🇺 Security – unity
🇪🇺 Resilience – competitiveness
🇪🇺 Prosperity – green & energy transition
🇪🇺 Democratic values and the rule of law – our foundation

Read more about Sweden’s priorities and the Presidency program at 👉www.sweden2023.eu

12/04/2022

Enjoy the ancient Swedish tradition of Lucia next weekend here in Houston.

On Saturday December 10th the Swedish Club of Houston has their celebration: https://www.swedishclub.org/

On Sunday December 11th SWEA has their Lucia celebration!
https://sweahouston.ticketleap.com/swea-saint-lucia-celebration-2022/?mibextid=Zxz2cZ&fbclid=IwAR0cN4_WV1py1TuChoT_NAv7TiQ4SbpisMAmZezkXjqaDvCdAS2uh6b3MSs

You and your friends are welcome to both events!

10/27/2022

Timeline photos

10/26/2022

Swedish artist Johannes Wessmark in Galveston

https://swedishconsulate.org/swedish-artist-johannes-wessmark-in-galveston/

Swedish artist Johannes Wessmark in Galveston Posted byConsulate General in Houston October 26, 2022 Johannes Wessmark is an artist working with acrylics and oils, painting hyperrealism. His studio is located in the middle of the Swedish wilderness but he sells his paintings through two major art ga...

10/26/2022

Swedish Farmers Wanted!

https://swedishconsulate.org/swedish-farmers-wanted/

Swedish Farmers Wanted! Posted byConsulate General in Houston October 26, 2022 Posted byConsulate General in HoustonOctober 26, 2022Posted inNews

10/17/2022

Norwegian Seaman Church – Christmas Bazaar

Welcome to the annual Christmas Bazaar at the Norwegian Seaman Church on November 11th to 13th!

Norwegian Seaman Church – Christmas Bazaar Posted byConsulate General in Houston October 17, 2022October 17, 2022 It’s that time of year again! The annual Christmas Bazaar at the Sjømannskirken kicks off November 11th – 13th, 2022 During this time, the Church will be full of Norwegian Christm...

09/19/2022

What an interesting evening we had together with the mobile priest Maria Thorsson! She told us about her UN missions in Mali, and the services she can provide to North America. She is stationed in Toronto but travels 70% of the time and can perform needed ceremonies and support.

09/12/2022

Please, join us in welcoming Maria Thorsson the newly appointed Swedish Priest in North America. She will give a presentation on her work in Mali and around the world.

Time: Sunday September 18, 2022 at 6:PM.
Place: Hon. Consul General Astrid Marklund and Mr. Soren Marklund.
Address: 2231 Robinhood Street, Houston, TX 77005

The event is free
Please RSVP by September 17th, 2022
[email protected]

08/04/2022

Swedish Election 2022

Swedish citizens can vote in the upcoming election at the Consulate in Houston. Get all the information you need here:

Swedish Election 2022 Posted byConsulate General in Houston May 22, 2022May 22, 2022   General Election to the Parliament, City and County (Riksdag, Kommun and Landsting) will take place in Sweden on September 11, 2022 Swedish citizens living abroad can vote in the Election to The Parliament (Riksd...

05/05/2022

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03/13/2022

Sofia Talvik, talented singer songwriter from Sweden, will play at the Mucky Duck in Houston on Thursday March 24th.
Please come out to support. https://www.mcgonigels.com/shows/sofia-talvik/

02/26/2022

After a long hiatus, the Swedish Club of Houston's Swedish Language School has started up again!

The school offers classes at several levels as student enrollment demands. Instruction emphasizes a conversational approach, since most persons wishing to learn Swedish want to be able to speak it when visiting Sweden.

Classes meet one evening a week, on Tuesdays, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Bellaire United Methodist Church, 4417 Bellaire Blvd, Bellaire. The cost is modest, and varies according to the cost of materials, which come from Sweden. The school operates on a 15-week semester basis, with the fall semester running from October to January, and the spring semester from January to May. Click here to register: https://swedishclub.org/component/forme/?fid=10

10/29/2021

2021 World Table Tennis Championships - HCHSA | Harris County Houston Sports Authority

Sweden’s Mattias Falck and Truls Moregard will bring the thrill factor to table tennis fans in America as they head to Houston along with their illustrious compatriots for the World Table Tennis Championships this November!

The following Swedish players have confirmed their participation in the prestigious event as the 2021 World Table Tennis Championship makes its debut in the Americas for the first time outside Europe and Asia, since 1939.

- Mattias Falck

- Kristian Karlsson

- Jon Persson

- Anton Kallberg

- Truls Moregard

- Linda Bergstrom

- Christina Kallberg

The last time Sweden clinched the gold medal in the Men’s Singles was more than 20 years ago in 1997, when Jan-Ove Waldner took the top podium finish. Will the Swedes finally end their 24-year gold medal drought next month?

Can Mathias Falck improve on his silver medal finish from the 2019 edition in Budapest?

Truls Moregard became the second-youngest player to win WTT Contender Series in Budapest. Will the 19-year-old continue his winning run this year in his debut appearance at the World Table Tennis Championships?

Discover all these answers at the week-long table tennis spectacle, which gets underway at the George R. Brown Convention Centre from November 23-29.https://www.houstonsports.org/event/2021-world-table-tennis-championships/

Tickets are now on sale for the 2021 World Table Tennis Championships (WTTC). The best table tennis players from around the world will make their way to

05/16/2021

Celebrate the Swedish National Day with us on June 6th between 3pm - 5pm.

Bring your picnic and blanket or chairs.
Cake and “champagne” will be served!

Venue: The Courtyard of Christ the King Lutheran Church
2353 Rice Blvd, Houston TX 77005

Parking: by the church and on
Rice University’s parking lot across the street.

Entertainment: jazzband, fish pond for the children,
summer songs by Swedish kids.

Dress to impress: folkdräkt (national costume) if you have one!

The event is free of charge!
RSVP: [email protected] or 713-953 1417

01/26/2021

The Alley Theatre has pivoted to doing filmed projects online. The new digital 2020-21 season will be available for free to all who register for tickets at www.alleytheatre.org. Three of the short plays are by August Strindberg, translated and Directed by Rob Melrose.

The Stronger – Jan 15th to Feb 7th, 2021

Two rival actresses run into each other at a café on Christmas night. One seems to have everything: a husband, children, prosperity, and shopping bags laden with Christmas gifts. The other sits silently at her table not speaking a word. As events unfold, it becomes clear that things aren’t what they seem, and it is perhaps the silent one who has everything…has stolen everything.

A Half Sheet of Paper – Jan 22nd to Feb 14th, 2021

A man is moving out of his apartment and makes one last check through the empty spaces to make sure nothing has been forgotten. By the telephone, he finds a small sheet of paper full of notes and scribblings that calls forth a flood of memories of the highs and lows of his two years living there.

Pariah – June 4th to July 4th, 2021

Two archeologists marvel over a chest of gold artifacts one of them has found. Moral questions about what to do with this gold rise to the surface as troubling questions about the men’s criminal pasts are probed to their very depths.

Read more about Alley Theatre’s Plays: https://www.alleytheatre.org/plays

06/03/2020

Sweden live: National Day @ home | sweden.se

Sweden’s National Day is approaching and although celebrations are a little different this year the Swedish Institute will on June 6 host a 24 hour broadcast streaming.

The stream will be in English and can be adapted to different social media channels. The live stream will begin with a video message from the Ambassador.

The Swedish Embassy will join this digital initiative and offer the stream on their social media channels. The live stream will feature:

https://sweden.se/culture-traditions/lets-celebrate-the-national-day-of-sweden/

Join us in celebrating Sweden's National Day! On 6 June we broadcast 'Sweden live: National Day @ home', a livestream with 24 hours of entertainment from

05/05/2020

BEYOND THE VISIBLE - A Documentary featuring the Swedish Artist Hilma af Klint.

This film is included in MFAH Film virtual series and will run May 6 – 12, 2020.

Please follow the link for ticket ($12) and screening of the film: https://www.mfah.org/visit/movie-night-at-mfah-films/

Follow this link for a short introduction: https://youtu.be/bUoe3ySukwU

Her conventional painting became the source of financial income. But her 'life's work' remained a quite separate practice.

Hilma af Klint belonged to a group called "The Five", a circle of women who shared her belief in the importance of trying to make contact with what she called the "High Masters"—often by way of séances.

Her paintings were abstract and geometric. These paintings were not appreciated by her audience. She therefore packed away approx.1200 paintings which she hid away to be opened 20 years after her death.

In her will, Hilma af Klint left all her abstract paintings to her nephew, Erik af Klint. When the boxes were opened at the end of the 1960s, very few persons had knowledge of what would be revealed.

Her art work has since been exhibited both in Europe and in the US.

03/07/2020

Coronavirus – COVID-19

https://swedishconsulate.org/coronavirus-covid-19/

Coronavirus – COVID-19 Posted byConsulate General in Houston March 7, 2020 The State Department and the Harris County Health Department had had a briefing to all Consulates represented in Houston, TX regarding the Coronavirus outbreak in Texas. As a Consulate we were encouraged to share this impor...

02/24/2020

The exhibit “Sounds from the Earth” by Sigrid Sandström (born 1970, Stockholm, Sweden) is on show at the Inman Gallery from January 17 – February 29th.

https://inmangallery.com/artists/sandstrom_sigrid/2020_Sounds-from-the-Earth/02.html