Swedish American Museum, Chicago

The Swedish American Museum History

The Swedish American Museum located at 5211 N. Clark Street is just a short two mile drive from McKinley Family Chiropractic within Chicago, IL. Kurt Mathiasson, a Swedish immigrant and one of the leaders of the Andersonville community, had a dream to preserve Swedish-American heritage in Chicago. The original museum was a modest, storefront log cabin where family histories were collected. During the U.S. Bicentennial year, none other than His Majesty Carl XVI Gustaf, King of Sweden, officially opened the museum in its original location.

The Swedish American Museum has been an active part of Chicago for over 40 years and is located at the heart of Andersonville, a traditionally Swedish community on the north side of Chicago. Known as the “Little Sweden” of Chicago, Andersonville is one of the most concentrated areas of Swedish heritage in the United States, with Swedish roots that date all the way back to the 19th century. Tourists visit the museum frequently to try Swedish food, purchase gifts, and take part in traditional Swedish holidays, such as Julmiddag and Midsommar.

The Swedish American Museum is housed in a 24,000 square-foot building that features two gallery spaces with special art exhibits, “The Dream of America” exhibit, the Brunk Children’s Museum of Immigration, a genealogy center, and the museum store. All areas of the museum are wheelchair accessible.

The museum has all types of artifacts, including archival material, photographs, domestic items, textiles, decorative items, and fine art pieces. The artifacts accepted into the permanent collection are used for display and research only. However, there is also a collection of artifacts for hands-on educational use in the Brunk Children’s Museum, a library collection for on-site research, and a properties and furnishings collection for building decoration and display props. The museum thrives on the generosity of donors and volunteers. Virtually all of the artifacts at the museum have been donated by individuals, businesses, and organizations.

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Directions from Swedish American Museum to McKinley Family Chiropractic

Our Doctors

Dr. Heath McKinley

Dr. McKinley has been committed to serving families in the Chicago area for the past 16 years. His mission is to empower as many people as possible to experience their optimal health potential through genuine care and education.

Dr. Matthew Ray

Dr. Matthew Ray has been committed to serving families in the Chicago area for the past 6 years. Born and raised in South Africa, he has been brought up with a chiropractic lifestyle due to the fact his father is a Chiropractor and went to the same School as he did (Palmer College of Chiropractic).

Our Specialties

Colic

If your new born has colic we can help reduce the discomfort. You should not have to deal with colic problems alone.

Constipation

Are your infant or child having problems with constipation? Let us help relieve them and get them back on a regular routine

Ear Infections

Ear infections in babies and children can be frustrating and overwhelming. Let us help you provide your child a healthier, infection free life style.

Poor Sleep

Are you having problems with your infant or child’s sleeping pattern? Sleep is very important for growth. We can help them sleep better and strengthen their immune.

ADHD

Attention disorder is common, but not incurable. We can assist in approving your child’s attention helping them keep up with their class mates.

Asthma

We don’t want to see your child suffer from breathing problems. Asthma too, is curable. We can help your child with their breathing and stamina.

Bed Wetting

Bed wetting is frustrating and embarrassing, especially for your child. Let us help put a stop to it and give your child more confidence.

Rehabilitation

Have your child or infant been in an accident recently or have any physical disabilities. We specialize in rehabilitating adolescences with any kind of disability or injury.

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2242 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60618
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Hours of Operation:

Monday: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM / 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM / 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
Thursday: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Patrick

2024-01-18

McKinley Family Chiropractic is continuing to help me get my overall health back on track. Thank you!

Hamza Masoud

2024-01-12

This place is amazing I love everything about it. Excellent service Doctors are great! They truly care about your health highly recommended.

Howard Ansorge

2024-01-12

I don’t know how to thank everyone at McKinley chiropractors! I have received nothing but great care, kindness and understanding! My back pain is under control and feels better than it has in years! Sure wish I had found you sooner! Thank you! Nancy Ansorge

Kelsey Sipe

2024-01-06

Have had great improvement in my sciatica caused by pregnancy

Simply Carlitos

2024-01-04

Great place, very knowledgeable in their field. I have been to other chiropractors who only look for the return but here I feel I get the results I need. also it’s a Family friendly environment.

Linda Kaucher

2024-01-04

I have been going to McKinley Family Chiropractic for almost a year now (or is it longer?). I have NO regrets at all. I have never felt better! The staff and the doctors are absolutely compassionate, caring and very friendly. I feel like I am visiting family each week! They are so knowledgeable and fully explain everything that they are doing. They always are so patient with me when I ask questions and NEVER feel rushed out of there. Give them a try and see for yourself.

Abby Martlew

2023-12-21

I’ve been suffering from strong upper back and neck pain, stretching down the nerves in my arms, since working from home with the onset of the pandemic. Before coming to McKinley Family Chiropractic, I spent thousands of dollars on massages and PT, but the pain was persistent. I was also seeing a chiropractor out in the suburbs, but the commute made it difficult to schedule appointments with frequency, so I only scheduled appointments when the pain got too severe. I wish I started coming to McKinley family chiropractic sooner! Within the first two weeks of the regiment , I felt vast improvement. I no longer have nerve pain, the muscles in my neck were a lot less tense, and my posture improved immensely. They’ve also helped me work through ongoing knee pain that has improved my running form! Moreover, the staff is very kind. I’m always greeted by my first name when I walk in the door and I feel comfortable asking the team any question about pain in the body. Note that the process requires several initial visits (I scheduled appointments 2-3x/week for the 12 visits), but then the visit frequency scales back once I had noticeable improvement. The office does accommodate this by having flexible hours (open until 7pm certain evenings, Saturday morning appointments are always available) and having an efficient schedule ( I rarely stay in the office longer than 10 minutes). I really appreciate Dr. McKinley’s holistic approach to health and wellness and would recommend anyone experiencing pain to visit McKinley Family Chiropractic.

Lauren Shores

2023-12-19

I’ve had such a great time at McKinley Family Chiropractic! The staff is so welcoming and makes you feel right at home even when you’re having problems with your back. I’ve been here with them for about a month and I have nothing but good things to say about the staff and business. With my job I have a different schedule every day and the staff is very accommodating to it, as they have flexible hours so it’s super easy for me to come from work. I recommend coming here if you are having trouble with your back as Dr. Ray and Dr. McKinley have taken very good care of me! I’ve improved in just over a month and have been feeling back to myself thanks to them and the staff

black beans

2023-12-19

I’ve had a welcoming experience here, they work in a timely manner and address your concerns, and my body has felt better than in a long time. I’d definitely recommend! -Hannah