Sveriges Fängelsemuseum
476 meter
Great for knowing history of Sweden and how changed punishments. Museum has audio gui...
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I love it here! There are plenty of things to see in terms of history and art in Gävleborg. I can easily spent hours here. I love that the art section is well-curated based on period and theme. The entrance is free, which is a big plus. The museum store is well-stocked, sadly it's difficult to find a Gävle postcard. Regardless, it's a must visit in Gävle.
Really worth visit for tourists. There are three floors of arts and archeological artifacts. Very interesting collection and insightful journey of Swedish history and way of life.nnBest thing is walkable from city center and it’s free to visit.
The museum is free – and an uexpected gem in a large villa-looking mansion, a few hundred metres from the railway station. You can head here for your introduction to Gävle. It covers the regions of Gästrikland and Hälsingland.nnThere are small sections with modern art, some 18th-19th century art, and a local historical/archæological section. All of these are easy to get through wihtin an hour.nnMore unusual, there is a section with traditional textiles and embroidery.nnThe most impressive feature was a room with virtual reality 3D screening of an old Hälsingegård – the 2-storey farmhouses of southern North Sweden, which are UNESCO listed. You get to use a VR helmet and can navigate your way through the farmhouse or select a mystery trip with tasks, essentially an educational computer game. Allow 15-30 minutes for this, especially for children.nnThe shop has remakes of colourful early 20th century commercial posters and postcards, as well as many books and artefact copies. The café area is inviting with old sofas and lounge chairs.nnThe staff was very helpful and nice.
A really good museum with a focus on art and industrial handicrafts. There are some impressive paintings and the ceramics and textile collections are outstanding. The museum really succeeds in linking Gävle and the surrounding region to the wider world. There's a small cafe and book store and good temporary exhibitions.If you are here at Christmas don't miss the largest gingerbread house in the world!
Very well curated exhibition and free museum with a lot to offer. Definitely recommend a visit! The staff is also very kind and helpful.
Sveriges Fängelsemuseum
476 meter
Great for knowing history of Sweden and how changed punishments. Museum has audio gui...
