Come along to arenas, clubs and forgotten dance floors in a historic journey through popular music’s Gothenburg!
Urbanum is a meeting place for anyone who wants to take a fresh look at the city. Join us on a journey which starts before Gothenburg even existed. Meet today’s enthusiasts, see historic films and hang out in our cosy reading corner.
In the Museum's permanent exhibitions, you can explore the history of Gothenburg. Hear the stories about the Viking Gods and discover the rich images from the Middle ages. You can see how the city has developed from a fortified town in the 17th century to the present, through the new ideas of the 18th century who changed the city.
During 12,000 years, there have been people in the western Swedish environment. How did people live so long ago, and what traces are left? Meet the Rolfsåkers-man from the stone age and see objects unearthed from this period.
A farmer who ditched out down by the river Göta älv, suddenly stumbled upon what would later prove to be a Viking ship. See the unique Äskeskärrsskeppet and follow the Vikings exciting story!
Join us on a journey of a city in transformation! Gothenburg is full of life and movement and is characterized by new ideas, influences and experiences from abroad.
Gothenburg was one of the most dynamic cities in the 1800s. Follow its development and residents during an exciting era!
In our Children´s Museum you can be part of an exhibition, climb high-rise buildings, crawl through tunnels and lots more.
Read more about our previous exhibitions.