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Museum · Lund, Escânia
Kulturen
Open-air museum in central Lund, opened in 1882, with more than 30 historic houses from Escânia and other regions, from a farmhouse to a wooden church, and collections of silver, ceramics and glass.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Kulturen
Kulturen, the Museum of Cultural History of Lund, was founded in 1882 by Georg Karlin, who wanted to preserve the culture of houses and objects from southern Sweden before they disappeared. Unlike Skansen in Estocolmo, it is located inside the city, occupying a whole block a few steps from the cathedral.
There are more than 30 buildings moved from various places and reassembled among gardens and stone courtyards. There are farmhouses from Escânia, a 17th-century pastor's house, the house of a Lund merchant, a small wooden church from Småland dating to 1650, and a teacher's house. Each shows the interior of its era, with furniture, crockery and clothing.
The exhibition buildings hold collections of silver, ceramics, glass, textiles, toys and medieval objects found in the city's archaeological excavations. Temporary exhibitions address everyday life topics. The garden is well kept and usually has an outdoor café in summer.
The museum is open year-round, with reduced hours and some houses closed in winter.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 1½ to 2 hours.
Best time
From May to September, when all the houses are usually open and the garden is green. In winter the hours are reduced. Confirm before you go.
How to get there
It is on Tegnérsplatsen square, a 3-minute walk from the cathedral and 10 minutes from the train station.
Tip
Start with the farmhouses from Escânia, which help explain the region, and finish with a fika in the garden.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Kulturen
Is Kulturen similar to Skansen?
It is also an open-air museum of old houses, but smaller and in the city centre, focusing on southern Sweden.
Is the museum near the cathedral?
Yes, a 3-minute walk.
Does Kulturen open in winter?
Yes, with reduced hours and some houses closed. Check before you go.