12 000 years of
Take a journey through the city’s history with experiences for all ages! Explore Sweden’s only preserved Viking ship, the mystery of the enigmatic silver heart, and find out what’s the thing about Gothenburg.
exhibition
the thing about gothenburg
In our permanent exhibition about 20th century in Gothenburg, you get to revel in our most beloved, hated and iconic Gothenburg objects and discover new sides of the city. Check out some of the most intriguing objects from our collections like the first Volvo car and a New World sea chest that crossed an ocean.
ITEMS THAT TELL A STORY
The museum shop
We collaborate with a variety of producers and designers from Gothenburg. In our book section, you’ll find Gothenburgiana, architecture, culinary arts, gardening, archaeology, and history. There’s also home decor, something for the kids and historical jewelry.