Halland Museum of Cultural History, County museum in Varberg Fortress, Sweden
The Halland Museum of Cultural History exhibits a collection of artifacts representing the heritage of the Halland region through permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Established in 1916 through the Cultural History Association of North Halland, the museum moved to Varberg Fortress in 1917 and underwent several transformations.
The museum preserves and presents artifacts from prehistoric times through medieval period, including everyday objects that illustrate life in Halland across generations.
The museum provides audio guides through a dedicated application, offering detailed information about both the fortress structure and regional historical exhibits.
The museum houses the Bocksten Man, discovered in 1936 in a local bog, representing one of Sweden's most important medieval archaeological discoveries.
Location: Varberg Municipality
Inception: 1916
Website: http://museumhalland.se
GPS coordinates: 57.10560,12.23948
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:17
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