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Museum · Malmö, Escânia
Moderna Museet Malmö
The Malmö branch of Sweden’s museum of modern art, housed in a former 1900 power station with an orange perforated-sheet-metal annex, featuring modern and contemporary art exhibitions.
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About Moderna Museet Malmö
Moderna Museet Malmö opened in 2009 in a brick building from 1900 that was a power station and later an art centre. The architects from the firm Tham & Videgård added an annex clad in perforated orange metal sheeting, which became the museum's trademark, housing the entrance, the café and a staircase that connects the galleries.
The museum is a branch of Moderna Museet in Stockholm and does not have its own permanent collection. The exhibitions, which change several times a year, combine works from Stockholm's large collection with temporary shows by Swedish and international artists. Exhibitions by names such as Picasso, Yayoi Kusama and Louise Bourgeois, as well as contemporary Nordic artists, have been shown there.
The main hall, the former turbine hall, has a high ceiling and zenithal light, which allows for the display of large works. The building is located in a quiet corner of the centre, a 5-minute walk from Stortorget, and the café in the orange annex is a meeting point.
Because it only has temporary exhibitions, it's worth checking what's on before visiting.
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
From 1 to 1h30.
Best time
Any time of year; a good option on rainy days. It usually closes on Mondays. Check the current exhibitions and opening hours before you go.
How to get there
It's on Ola Billgrens plats, a 5-minute walk from Stortorget and 10 minutes from the central station.
Tip
See what's on before you go. Combine it with the central squares nearby and with a fika at the café in the annex.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Moderna Museet Malmö
Does Moderna Museet Malmö have a permanent collection?
No. Exhibitions change throughout the year and use works from the Stockholm collection and temporary shows.
Is the museum in the centre?
Yes, a 5-minute walk from Stortorget.
What's the link with the museum in Stockholm?
It's the branch of Moderna Museet, the national museum of modern and contemporary art, headquartered in Stockholm.