Skinnskatteberg

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Skinnskatteberg Municipality is a municipality in Västmanland County in central Sweden. Its seat is located in the town of Skinnskatteberg.In 1952 a new greater municipality was created when "old" Skinskatteberg was merged with Gunnilbo and Hed. The next subdivision reform of 1971 did not affect this entity.Localities Riddarhyttan Skinnskatteberg (seat)Minor localitiesFärnaKarmansboKärrboGeography8% of the area consists of water . Good possibilities for outdoor activities such as walking, hunting and fishing.HistoryThe area was known as Skinnsäckeberg in the medieval age, which translates to "Skinsack mountain", perhaps referring to skinsacks used to carry material up to the mountains, but no one known for sure.The area, located within the Mining district of Central Sweden was a mining district since the 14th century, mostly for iron, but copper was also mined for.Cultural lifeThe municipality has a fl owering cultural life with several theatre groups. There is an annual choral meeting, among other music activities. A pride is Galleri Astley in Uttersberg, which is an internationally renowned art center and gallery with around 100 000 visits annually.