Kalmar konstmuseum

Kalmar konstmuseum is an art museum in Kalmar, Sweden, featuring a modern black concrete structure with large windows that bring natural light into the gallery spaces. The multi-level design creates distinct exhibition areas and allows visitors to move easily through the different sections.

The museum was founded in 1942 and moved to its present location in 2008, where the building received the prestigious Kasper Salin Prize for architectural excellence. This relocation represented a turning point, bringing modern design and expanded exhibition capabilities.

The museum presents contemporary art exhibitions that engage with social questions and encourage conversations about democracy and regional development. Visitors experience how artistic expression reflects local identity and concerns.

The museum offers guided tours, artist talks, and educational programs for children and adults throughout the year. The multi-level layout makes navigation straightforward, allowing visitors to explore at their own pace and focus on areas that interest them most.

The museum displays innovative artworks where traditional woodcut techniques are transformed into modern textile pieces, combining printing with fabric. This unusual fusion creates dimensional artistic presentations that are rarely seen in this form elsewhere.

Location: Kalmar Municipality

Inception: 1942

Architects: Tham & Videgård Arkitekter

Official opening: May 10, 2008

Address: Stadsparken, 392 33 Kalmar

Website: http://kalmarkonstmuseum.se

GPS coordinates: 56.66038,16.35584

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:47