Hartwickska huset, Community center in Södermalm, Sweden.
Hartwickska huset is a civic building standing at the corner of Timmermansgatan and Sankt Paulsgatan, displaying a stone facade with seven windows framed by pilasters and corner chains. The building at Sankt Paulsgatan 39 provides rental spaces where associations, organizations, and individuals can hold meetings throughout the year.
The stone house was commissioned by widow Margareta Kierman in 1769 and built by master mason Johan Wilhelm Friese as a malmgård residence. The building was constructed during a period when this part of Södermalm expanded to accommodate Stockholm's growing population.
The rooms inside carry names of historical figures, such as the Hartwickska room and Kiermanska room, connecting the building's past inhabitants to its present use. These names serve as quiet reminders of the people who shaped this place over time.
The building is best reached on foot since it sits in central Södermalm and is easily accessible from nearby streets. Visitors should contact the staff in advance to check availability and learn about the terms for renting spaces.
The Stockholm City Museum marked the building with a blue plaque recognizing its exceptional architectural and historical importance to the city. This designation is rarely given and shows that the place holds a special status in Stockholm's building heritage.
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