Falkenberg Museum, Falkenberg, Sweden

Falkenberg Museum gives insights into various aspects of the city’s history. Some of the most popular permanent exhibitions are recreations of domestic and commercial environments from the nineteen fifties. You can see the interior of a shoemaker’s and a dressmaker’s shop, and of an apartment from this period. There is also an exhibition on the history of the railway in the city. The museum has a shop. Guided tours are available.

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Laura Roshanian (2 years ago)
Very nice place, nice exhibitions and on exit, Baraye Coffee is a gem

Harry Steelclad (3 years ago)
This was a fascinating museum with lots to see. Much more interesting than we thought it was going to be! Helpful staff too.

Monik Nyren (4 years ago)
Absolutely AMAZING place

Fredrik Hillbom (4 years ago)
Ok museum

Aramis Sasinka (5 years ago)
Cosy, nice building and helpful staff! Interesting content as well of course! ??

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