Jewish Museum of Sweden, Jewish museum in Vasastaden, Sweden.
The Jewish Museum of Sweden is a museum in Stockholm that displays artifacts, documents, and exhibitions covering the history of Jewish life in Swedish society. The collections include personal objects, religious items, and historical materials that represent different aspects of this story over time.
The museum was founded in 1987 through a donation from Aron Neuman and his wife, first operating from a rug warehouse. It later relocated to its current location to better serve its growing collection and audience.
The museum presents exhibitions about Jewish religious practices and traditions as they are visually displayed and experienced in daily life. These displays show how such customs continue to shape community gatherings and personal observance today.
The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday with varying hours across the week. It is helpful to check opening times before your visit, especially if you plan to visit on Friday or want to spend extended time exploring the exhibitions.
During renovations at the Gamla Stan location, workers uncovered 19th-century murals beneath layers of paint, revealing rare German-inspired synagogue art. These artworks had survived World War II and represent a visual form of expression that is rarely seen today.
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