Kvarteret Krubban, Government building in Östermalm, Stockholm, Sweden.
Kvarteret Krubban is a mixed-use complex in Stockholm combining structures from different centuries: an 18th-century manor house, 19th-century military buildings, and a 1930s museum structure. The site now contains the Swedish Historical Museum, government offices, and storage archives.
The land became part of Stockholm in 1640 and originally held a baroque garden created by Magnus de la Gardie. Count Carl Gustav Spens purchased the estate in 1733, and later the Swedish cavalry unit Livgardet built barracks here in 1804, transforming the site into a military complex.
The name Krubban refers to the historical use as a stable building, reflecting how military structures shaped this district for generations. Visitors can still see the clear layout of former barracks in the way the buildings are arranged today.
The complex is divided into different sections managed by various government institutions and heritage authorities. Some areas are open to visitors while others have restricted access, so it is worth checking in advance which parts you can visit.
The former cavalry riding house and training building was converted into a preschool in 2012, now accommodating around 170 children while retaining its original exterior. This demonstrates how historic military structures can be repurposed for modern community needs.
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