On May 2, the Nordic Heritage Museum will hold its largest fundraiser of the year, the Northern Lights Auktion. This year’s auction and gala will take place at the Grand Hyatt Hotel Ballroom in downtown Seattle and is a part of Sweden Week.

The affair will feature a four‐course dinner and live and silent auctions. Items on the block include an Indonesian vacation in a Bali villa, a private dinner and tour of the Washington State Governor’s Mansion with Christine Gregoire, a Norwegian sailing dinghy and more.

“This is a wonderful way to support the mission of the museum and share the Nordic spirit, all the while having a great time”, said Nordic Heritage Museum CEO Eric Nelson. “The auction raises critical funds benefiting the museum’s extensive schedule of programs, events and classes.”

The 25th Annual Nordic Lights Auktion starts at 4:30 p.m. on May 2 at the Grand Hyatt Hotel Ballroom, located at 721 Pine St.

The auction is open to the public. Tickets are required and can be purchased for $100 each by calling 206.789.5707 ext. 10.