Birger Sandzén
To the plains and mountains of America's West came not only waves of pioneers but also immigrants directly from Europe. Swedish painter Birger Sandzén (1871-1954) arrived in Lindsborg at the age of 23 on September 4, 1894, to teach at Bethany College. Plans for three years in America changed to sixty, with fifty-two of those years spent in memorable teaching. He also became regionally, nationally, and internationally recognized. Studies in Stockholm and Paris gave his paintings a vigorous brushstroke and a vibrant palette equal to the beauty and sunlight of America's landscape.
The Birger Sandzén Memorial Art Gallery is located two blocks west.
Erected by Peoples Bank and Trust.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Education. A significant historical date for this entry is September 4, 1984.
Location. 38° 34.69′ N, 97° 40.245′ W. Marker is in Lindsborg, Kansas, in McPherson County. Marker is at the intersection of Olsson Street and the Välkommen Trail, on the right when traveling west on Olsson Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Lindsborg KS 67456, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Messiah Lutheran Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Messiah Chorus (about 400 feet away, measured
Also see . . .
1. Birger Sandzén Bio at Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery. (Submitted on January 19, 2016, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
2. Sven Birger Sandzén Bio at Kansapedia. (Submitted on January 19, 2016, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
3. Geology and the Art of Birger Sandzén. (Submitted on January 19, 2016, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
Credits. This page was last revised on June 24, 2016. It was originally submitted on January 19, 2016, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 385 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on January 19, 2016, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.