Dalarnas Museum

Dalarnas Museum is a building complex in Falun that combines contemporary and traditional Swedish architectural styles in its galleries and public spaces. The exhibitions hold extensive collections of regional art, handicrafts, and historical objects from across the Dalarna province.

The museum was founded in 1962 with the aim of preserving the region's rich cultural heritage for future generations. Its establishment marked an important effort to document and safeguard the artistic and craft traditions that shaped Dalarna's identity.

The museum displays folk art and regional costumes that show how Dalarna communities expressed their identity through craftsmanship and decoration. Visitors can see how these artistic traditions shaped the appearance of the region and remain important to local pride today.

The museum is located in an easily accessible area of the city with exhibition spaces spread across multiple levels. Visitors should allow time to explore the different collections, especially if interested in spending time with specific topics.

The museum holds the personal library collection of Nobel Prize winner Selma Lagerlöf, a literary archive that originated in the region. It also displays electric guitars made by Hagström, connecting Dalarna's heritage to modern music history.

Location: Falun Municipality

Inception: 1962

Architects: Hakon Ahlberg

Address: Stigaregatan 2-4, 791 60 Falun

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 11:00-17:00

Website: http://dalarnasmuseum.se

GPS coordinates: 60.60594,15.62748

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:05