Värmland County museum

The Värmland County Museum is an institution in Karlstad that spans multiple buildings and presents various types of collections. Within this complex you will find exhibition halls displaying local objects, artworks, historical photographs, and documentation of the region's development.

The institution was founded in 1929 to collect and preserve objects showing how Värmland developed over time. Since then the museum has systematically grown its collections, focusing on documenting the industries, settlements, and ways of life that shaped the region.

The collections tell stories of how people lived and worked across the county over generations, from mining communities to traditional crafts passed down through families. Visitors can see how these ways of life shaped the region and remain part of local identity today.

The grounds offer dining with a restaurant and café plus a museum shop for visitors who need time to explore. Plan to spend at least a few hours to see the different exhibition areas and make comfortable use of the facilities.

The museum displays specialized collections from the mining sites of Långban and the Finnish settlement area in Torsby, offering rare perspectives on regional industry and migration. These holdings document aspects of local history not easily found elsewhere.

Location: Karlstad Municipality

Inception: 1929

Address: Sandgrundsudden, 651 08 Karlstad

Website: http://varmlandsmuseum.se

GPS coordinates: 59.38517,13.50097

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:42