Anyone that wants to learn about art in Stockholm has definitely found the right blog and our first section will fully cover the best art galleries and museums near you.
After that we will get into a variety of other topics like art supply stores, events, festivals, dealers, appraisers, walking tours, local sculptures and statues, art classes, studios for rent, and the top frame shops in your area.
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Best Art Galleries & Museums In Stockholm
If you want to check out the best art galleries and museums in Stockholm then we suggest:
- National Museum at Södra Blasieholmshamnen 2
- Moderna Museet at Exercisplan 4
- Magasin III at Frihamnsgatan 28
- Wetterling Gallery at Kungsträdgården 3
- Fotografiska at Stadsgårdshamnen 22
- Bonniers Konsthall at Torsgatan 19
- Galleri Magnus Karlsson at Fredsgatan 12
- Andréhn Schiptjenko at Linnégatan 31
- Färgfabrikens at Lövholmsbrinken 1
- Wip:sthlm at Västbergavägen 26
The Nationalmuseum is Sweden’s art and design museum tasked with preserving cultural heritage and promoting art, art interest, and knowledge. Paintings, sculptures, drawings, and prints from 1500 to 1900 as well as applied arts, design, and portraiture from the early Middle Ages to the present day are included in the collections which are open to the public every day but Monday.
Moderna Museet is one of Europe’s most important modern and contemporary art museums as they collect, preserve, exchange, and display early twentieth-century contemporary art and photography in addition to photography from 1840 onwards. The museum first opened in 1958 when it was relocated from the Nationalmuseum to a disused navy drill hall on Skeppsholmen but like the National Museum it is also closed on Monday.
Magasin III is a contemporary art museum in Stockholm that hosts temporary exhibitions and houses a collection of internationally renowned artists’ work that you can see on Friday and Saturday from 11am to 5pm.
Wetterling Gallery was founded in 1978 and is one of Scandinavia’s major contemporary art galleries with a vibrant program of both internationally recognized artists and up-and-coming Swedish creators. You can see all that they have to offer from 11am to 5:30pm Tuesday through Friday and from 1pm to 4pm on Saturday.
Fotografiska is an international meeting place where photography is at the center of everything and is open from 10am to 11pm daily with a total display space of 2,500 square meters where they host four major exhibitions and roughly 15-20 small exhibitions each year.
Bonniers Konsthall has been a neutral venue for contemporary art and creative work in your area since it first opened its doors in 2006. Head over to check out the works on display from noon to 8pm Thursday through Sunday and until 8pm on Wednesday.
Magnus Karlsson Galleri is open from noon to 5pm Tuesday through Friday and until 4pm on Saturday and was established in 1990 when the gallery was over in Västers for its first seven years. It became known as one of Sweden’s most interesting modern art galleries and was relocated to its current location in August 1997.
Andréhn-Schiptjenko has been dedicated to working on an international level and to the long-term representation of emerging and established contemporary artists working in painting, sculpture, photography, film, and digital media along with installation-based and site-specific work since its inception in 1991. You can see their current displays from 11am to 6pm Tuesday through Friday and from noon to 4pm on Saturday.
Färgfabriken is a platform for modern cultural expressions near you with a focus on art, architecture, and urban planning that is open from 11am to 4pm most days except for Monday when they are closed.
Wip:sthlm has been hosting a public program aimed at providing a forum for continuing dialogues among local artists since 2007.
Materials & Supplies Near You
These wonderful art supply stores in your area should have all you need:
- Pen Store at Hornsgatan 98
- Ib Wahlström at Olofsgatan 10
- Panduro at Kungsgatan 34
- Material Butiken at Folkungagatan 60
- Abc Färgekonomi at Birger Jarlsgatan 65
- Highlights Södermalm at Tjärhovsgatan 1
- Konstnärernas Centralköp at Fiskargatan 1
The Pen Store specializes in various types of pens and artist supplies including markers, ink pens, brush pens, fineliners, reservoir pens, pencils and coloured pencils, and gifts. Watercolors, oil paints, acrylic paints, and pastels are all available in a variety of patterns along with essential accessories like brushes, paper, and a wide range of art pads in all shapes and sizes.
Ib Wahlström Ab is a privately held company that has been selling materials for art education and artists for almost 30 years.
Carlo Panduro began manufacturing his own souvenirs and jewelry in postwar Denmark and Panduro was formed out of pure creative joy. The first Panduro store debuted in Copenhagen’s Nörrevold neighborhood in the mid-1950s and the first Swedish store opened in Södra Förstadsgatan in Malmö in 1962 after the voyage had crossed the Sound.
Material Butiken is a well-known hobby store for local artists in Stockholm but most of their products are also available through their online shop.
ABC Färgekonomi AB has been around since the mid 1970’s.
Whether you’re doing graffiti, street art, home décor, drawing, models, painting paintings, or something else artistic Highlights is a good place to visit as they offer a large selection of spray paint, acrylic, ink, airbrush, pencils, and more materials.
Konstnärernas Centralköp offers a diverse selection of high-quality artist supplies like oil paints, watercolors, brushes, canvas, easels, wedge frames, pencils, paper, plaster, clay, silicone, wax, and much more.
Shows & Events
Some of the top art shows and events in Sweden happen here like:
- Stockholm Art Fair in July
- Stockholm Music & Arts Festival in Mid-Summer
- The Stockholm Jazz Festival in October
- The Stockholm International Film Festival in November
Stockholm Art Fair has been filling the lovely Village Park overlooking Lake Pepin on the third Saturday of July for over 45 years.
The Music & Arts Festival in your area takes place on the island of Skeppsholmen each summer, generally in late July or early August.
The Jazz Festival is celebrated in October with over 160 performances hosted across the city lasting 10 days.
Every November you can check out The International Film Festival which celebrates variety, originality, and independence in the art of filmmaking as it is one of Europe’s biggest film festivals.
Art Dealers & Appraisers
When you need help with buying, selling, or valuing a piece contact these art dealers and appraisers near you:
- Åmells Konsthandel AB at Birger Jarlsgatan 14
- Allagallery at Köpmanbrinken 6
Åmells was formed their great gallery near you in 1920 and it is now a world leader in Scandinavian art as well as a well-known gathering place for persons interested in purchasing high-quality art.
A group of modern artists formed Allagallery in Tallinn, Estonia, in 1990 which works with both well-known and up-and-coming artists who work in the fields of modern and classical art. They can help you find an artwork you’ll adore at a price you can afford if you’re searching to buy affordable art online from inspiring independent creators.
Walking Tours
What is better than walking around outside on a beautiful day and seeing some cool art in your area at:
- The Original Free Stockholm Alternative Tour at Sveavägen 106
- Stockholm Art Walk at Drottninggatan 45T
Original Stockholm Excursions has a variety of tours to choose from so there is something for everyone. Try their Original Stockholm Free Walking Tour if you’re interested in history and culture or their Original Free Alternative Tour if you’re more interested in alternative culture and the city’s underworld. Tell them you are very interested in local art and they will customize things just for you.
The Stockholm Art Walk is a free walking tour that allows you to visit five distinct locations at your leisure as you will be given directions, maps, and photographs in exchange for your cooperation.
Sculptures & Statues
There are some really nice sculptures and statues around town like:
- Iron Boy at Trädgårdsgatan 2
- Millesgården Sculpture Garden at Herserudsvägen 32
- St George & the Dragon Statue at Köpmantorget
- Jenny Lind Statue at Rosendalsvägen 14
- Rag & Bone Statue at Drottninggatan 2
- Non-Violence Skulpture at Sergelgatan 21
Iron Boy is the smallest public sculpture in Sweden and the sculpture’s design language is stylised and the warmth of the emotion contrasts with the restraint of the form.
Sculptor Carl Milles and his wife, painter Olga Milles, erected the artist residence in 1908. Today Millesgrden is a well-known museum with an artist residence, an antique collection, a large sculpture garden, an art gallery with a museum store, and a restaurant. Tourists travel from all over the world come to enjoy the tranquil, and very instagrammable, sculpture park as well as the fascinating exhibitions.
The St. George group is housed at Storkyrkan and a young man in golden armour serves as the knight who has pierced the dragon with his lance and now raises his sword to strike the creature.
Jenny Lind, sometimes known as the “Swedish Nightingale,” was a Swedish opera singer that is noted for her performances in soprano roles around Europe as well as an incredibly popular concert tour of America that began in 1850.
After John Lennon was murdered and killed in New York City in December 1980 Swedish artist Carl Fredrik Rueterswärd made the knotted gun “Non-Violence” as a memorial homage.
Stockholm Art Classes
At the best Stockholm art schools you can usually take private lessons or group classes for kids, teens, and adults:
- Konstfack University of Arts, Crafts & Design at Lm Ericssons väg 14
- Gerleborgsskolan i Stockholm at Jägmästargatan 2
- Royal Institute of Art at Flaggmansvägen 1
- Artistlab at Nytorgsgatan 21A
- Karlaplan Frame Steven Taipale Studio at Lützengatan 2
- Stockholm University of the Arts at Brinellvägen 58
Since its establishment in 1844 Konstfack has accumulated a wealth of experience as around 900 students enroll in their bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs as well as teacher training and independent courses each year. Actors, film directors, game developers, fashion designers, project managers, and supervisors are among their graduates.
Both Bohuslän and Stockholm are home to Gerlesborgsskolan which provide a two-year foundational art education as well as shorter art courses and they also have a year-round program of engaging cultural activities in Bohuslän.
The Royal Institute of Art in Stockholm is a major art higher education institution with a significant legacy that dates back to 1735. The students, researchers, and collaborators who work at The Royal Institute are passionate about art and they protect the independence of both art and learning by offering programs in the fine arts at both the basic and advanced levels.
ArtistLab offers a variety of painting and art classes for all levels of artists and art aficionados.
Steven from the Karlaplan frame Steven Taipale Studio is a working artist who also teaches painting classes where individual instruction in small groups is always the norm and each student receives assistance based on their individual needs and progress. Techniques and motif kinds are chosen by the student and courses are held on a regular basis throughout the year plus he can also organize painting events for businesses or organizations.
The Stockholm University of the arts is a Swedish university that specializes in dance education, folk dance, dance therapy, historical dance, choreography, films, and contemporary circus.
Studios For Rent Near You
If you want to try and rent some local art studio space visit:
c.off is an independent non-profit that provides residencies and the practical circumstances for groups and people to reprocess, articulate, and transform their artistic practices in a discursive setting.
Candyland is a non-profit exhibition venue managed by 10 people that has organized over 150 shows all with the goal of promoting a diverse range of contemporary art in your area. Candyland is located in Södermalm, a neighborhood that is home to the majority of the city’s creative ventures.
Platform manages 64 artist studios occupied by 110 creative workers and every tenant is welcome to participate in experimental democratic procedures in which net-based voting systems serve as a practical decision-making tool.
Framing
A frame can transform a regular looking piece or picture to that next level and some of the best places for art framing in Stockholm are:
- Sveavägens Inramningar at Sveavägen 82-84
- Ileena Picture and Frame at Swedenborgsgatan 40
- Hammarby Konsthandel AB at Hammarbyterrassen 24
- Frameland City at Barnhusgatan 8
- Mästers Ramaffär AB at Storgatan 25
- Bga at Långholmsgatan 42
- Nylunds Konst & Ram at Gjörwellsgatan 15
In 1976 Sveavägens Inramningar was established when the frame workshop was then located on Döbelnsgatan and the company’s whole focus was on metal framing. In 1979 they relocated to larger premises on Sveavägen and expanded their activities to include wooden frames as well as a gallery where paintings, posters, and art could be purchased.
Visit the Ileena Picture and Frame shop and workshop to be inspired by the various framing options available for your art, picture, canvas, or just about anything else you wish to frame and possibly put behind glass.
Watercolors, oil paintings, acrylic paintings, lithographs, glass art, and sculptures are among the products offered by Hammarby Konsthandel AB who makes it a point to have new and intriguing work on display at all times. Art associations are also invited to visit them in their strategically placed offices on Södermalm plus they can also help with art framing in your area.
Frameland has been framing and working with digital prints for over 40 years plus acrylics, oil paintings, watercolors, photographs, lithographs, maps, charts, and other media can all be framed at their shop.
Mästers Ramaffär AB employs one person and works in the specialized retail trade of glass, porcelain, and other household items.
Nylunds Konst & Ram has been in business for about 40 years so you know you can rely on them.
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Have Fun Enjoying The Stockholm Art Scene
At the moment that is all we have to share about the full art scene near you. We listed the best local galleries, museums, events, shows, supply stores, dealers, appraisers, walking tours, sculptures, classes, studios, and framers that you may want to check out.
Anyone who has stayed this long may have a good understanding of the local art scene. We and our readers would be grateful if you could let us know if anything was incorrect, or if you provided your own advice in the comments section.
We hope you enjoy your time at the best Stockholm Art Galleries, Museums, Supply Stores or doing whatever else you plan to do with the info.
