Röhsska museet

Röhsska Museum is a design museum in Gothenburg that displays approximately 50,000 objects ranging from ancient Chinese work to modern Nordic furnishings. The collection spans furniture, textiles, and industrial design across different periods and cultures.

The museum was founded in 1916 and emerged from donations by the Röhss brothers, who gathered a collection of craftsmanship. Its creation reflected a European movement dedicated to preserving craft traditions and design.

The museum displays how everyday objects like furniture and textiles changed their form and meaning over time. Visitors can see how Nordic and international designers responded to daily needs with new ideas.

The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, with extended evening hours on Thursdays. A combined ticket provides access to multiple museums in the city and saves time when visiting several locations.

The collection documents more than 500 different chairs spanning three centuries, revealing how seating design evolved through materials and function. This focus on a single object reveals surprisingly much about technical progress and changing ways of living.

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Website: https://rohsska.se

GPS coordinates: 57.69998,11.97351

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:42