All industrial & heritage museums to visit in Sweden

Explore the impact of industry on society at 22 industrial heritage museums in Sweden. These museums showcase the history of manufacturing, technology, and labor.

Are you curious about the history of industry and innovation? These are the top industrial heritage museums in Sweden:

  1. Match Museum1

    Match Museum

     Jönköping
    Housed in a former match factory, the museum shows the history of match-making and exhibits an amazing variety of boxes, posters and much more.
  2. The Rademacher Forges2

    The Rademacher Forges

     Eskilstuna
    Sweden's oldest industrial area that is working until today and retains its historical atmosphere. Visit to see the craftsmen at work.
  3. The Technology House3

    The Technology House

     Luleå
    Technology playground for the whole family - explore the basics of physics, make your own paper or even operate boats and heavy machinery.
  4. Sala Silver Mine4

    Sala Silver Mine

     Sala kommun
    This mine illustrates the great achievements of human efforts and as such is still kept in a working condition.
  5. Gustavsberg porcelain5

    Gustavsberg porcelain

     Gustavsberg
    The Gustavsberg factory was renowned for its progressive social structure. The conditions for the workers were better than elsewhere, which was a significant factor in its rapid growth. The workers only joined a union in 1919, reflecting the factory's commitment to providing a conducive working environment.
  6. Wira Bruk6

    Wira Bruk

     Wira
    Vira Bruk, located in the village of Österåker in Sweden, is an historic iron works site. This location offers a unique glimpse into the country's industrial past, providing visitors with an opportunity to learn about the history of iron production in Sweden.
  7. Smålands Museum7

    Smålands Museum

     Växjö
    Smålands museum – Sveriges glasmuseum is situated in the city of Växjö, in the region of Småland, Sweden. It serves as the county museum for Kronobergs län, offering a unique insight into the history and culture of the region.
  8. Dalarnas Museum8

    Dalarnas Museum

     Falun
    Already in the entrance hall, you are greeted by the diversity that Dalarna offers. The bustling street life of Falun outside the window contrasts sharply with the tapestry depicting the moss-covered river of Fulufjället in northern Dalarna. Explore the museum and enjoy the art, from prints to paint
  9. Oljeön9

    Oljeön

     Framnäs
    Engelsbergs oljefabrik, located on Barrön Island, often referred to as Oljeön or the Oil Island, is one of the oldest preserved refineries in the world. Situated in Lake Åmänningen near the town of Ängelsberg, this historical site offers a unique glimpse into the early days of the petroleum industry.
  10. IKEA Museum10

    IKEA Museum

     Älmhults kommun
    The IKEA Museum, located in Älmhult, southern Sweden, is a unique destination that offers a comprehensive look into the history of the globally renowned Swedish furniture company, IKEA. The museum showcases the journey of the company and its founder, Ingvar Kamprad, through various eras of design, furniture, and interior decoration. It provides a deep insight into the evolution of the company, making it an interesting visit for those interested in design, history, or the IKEA brand itself.
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    Data Museum IT-ceum

     Linköping
    The sole Swedish computer museum is a must see for all interested. Multi-medial and comprehensible displays.
  12. Technology & Maritime Museum12

    Technology & Maritime Museum

     Malmö
    The Technology & Maritime Museum is a museum that is devoted to engines, aviation and navigation. The permanent exhibition in the museum illustrates the development of Malmö from 1850 until today, showing the industrial development and the history of the big companies in Malmö, as well as their impa
  13. Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology13

    Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology

     Stockholm
    The Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology (Tekniska museet) is a museum in Stockholm with Sweden's largest collection of science and technology exhibits. The current building in the Östermalm district of Stockholm was opened in 1936 and was built according to the plans of the architect R
  14. Skogs- och samemuseet14

    Skogs- och samemuseet

     Lycksele kommun
    Museum dedicated to explain the role of forestry in the development of the region. Varied collection - from documents to machines.
  15. Maritime Museum15

    Maritime Museum

     Stockholm
    The Sjöhistoriska Museet is the Maritime Museum of Stockholm in Sweden that is located on the northern shore of Djurgårdsbrunnsviken. The permanent exhibition features a large collection of paintings and ship models that illustrate the history of the Swedish Navy. A highlight is a replica of a cabin
  16. Moderna Museet Malmö16

    Moderna Museet Malmö

     Malmö
    Moderna Museet Malmö is a museum of modern and contemporary art in Malmö that is housed in a building that once held an electricity plant. The museum exhibits contemporary art from important artists in the contemporary art scene and modern classics alternated with a selection from the collection of
  17. Almgrens Sidenväveri17

    Almgrens Sidenväveri

     Stockholm
    The Almgrens Sidenväveri (Stiftelsen K A Almgren Sidenväveri & Museum) is a museum in Stockholm where old machines are still producing silk. The museum features exhibitions on it shistory and silk production in general.
  18. The Jewish Museum in Stockholm18

    The Jewish Museum in Stockholm

     Stockholm
    The Jewish Museum is situated in Sweden’s oldest preserved synagogue. The building, located in Själagårdsgatan 19 in the Old Town, tells the story of the first Jews who came to Sweden, how they formed a community, and how they became a part of Swedish society. Stockholm’s earliest Jewish congregatio
  19. The Radio Museum19

    The Radio Museum

     Gothenburg
    The Radio Museum is a museum in Gothenburg that is divided into various sections that cover broadcasting, television, ships radio, costal radio, military radio, car radio, mobile telephones, measuring equipment and components. Specifically, the Radio Museum features radio equipment in the broadcasti
  20. Turbine House20

    Turbine House

     Västerås
    A historical power plant that was built in the 19th century. Now turned into a technological museum.
  21. Siggebohyttans Bergsmansgard21

    Siggebohyttans Bergsmansgard

     Siggebohyttan
    The main building of Siggebohyttan was constructed in the 1790s by Anders Olsson, a wealthy miner. The structure is unique in its design, being long and narrow, stretching nearly 40 meters in length. The architecture of the building stands out as it differs from the typical style of that era.
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    Huseby Bruk

     Huseby Bruk
    Your typical Swedish industrial museum: well-preserved foundry, mill and additional facilities show the early technologies.