Lund University Historical Museum

Lund University Historical Museum occupies a historic palace building and displays discoveries from the Skåne region. The rooms contain archaeological finds, medieval artworks, and ancient coins arranged in display cases and lit shelves.

The museum was founded in 1805 as part of the university to preserve knowledge about the region's past. Over time it grew through research and collecting into a scholarly institution focused on documenting local archaeological discoveries.

The museum's origins as a bishop's collection reflect its focus on religious art from medieval times. Visitors encounter sacred objects that show how the Church shaped local life and culture.

Visitors should plan for several hours to explore the collections and see all the rooms. The building is easily walkable and located centrally in the city, with plenty of space to move between the displays.

The museum preserves the largest Viking-era stone monument in the region: the Hunnestad Monument with intricate carvings. This remarkable piece reveals the craftsmanship of artisans from that distant time.

Location: Lund Municipality

Inception: 1805

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Operator: Lunds universitet

Part of: Lund University

Address: Lunds universitet, Krafts torg 1

Website: http://luhm.lu.se

GPS coordinates: 55.70431,13.19507

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:42