Bror Hjorths Hus

Bror Hjorths Hus is an art museum housed in the former residence and studio of Swedish artist Bror Hjorth, located near the Botanical Garden in Uppsala. The building contains multiple exhibition galleries displaying his paintings, sculptures, reliefs, and drawings alongside an exhibition wing for contemporary artists.

Bror Hjorth used the house as both home and workspace from 1943 until his death in 1968, establishing it as an important creative center during that period. The building reopened as a public museum in 1978 to preserve his artistic legacy.

The museum displays Bror Hjorth's works that explore Swedish folk traditions, presenting sculptures and paintings across its galleries. These pieces highlight regional artistic heritage and the connection between fine art and traditional craft practices.

The museum is accessible by bus lines 2 or 7 to the Evolutionsmuseet stop and then a short walk, or by a 20-minute walk from Uppsala's city center. The location near the Botanical Garden makes it easy to combine with other attractions in the area.

The museum offers free admission to all visitors, making it unusually accessible compared to many other institutions. The regular rotation of contemporary art exhibitions alongside Hjorth's permanent collection creates an ongoing conversation between different artistic eras.

Location: Uppsala Municipality

Inception: 1978

Website: http://brorhjorthshus.se

GPS coordinates: 59.84944,17.62028

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:42