The museum holds one of Sweden's most comprehensive collections of paintings by Helmer Osslund.
The collection includes traditional Gävleborg folk art, specifically the regional style of 'kurbits' painting.
The museum archives contain over one million photographs documenting the social and industrial evolution of Gävleborg.
It manages the historical textile collection of the former Gävleborg County Textile Guild.
The museum site has archaeological roots tracing back to early settlement patterns along the Gavleån river.
Länsmuseet Gävleborg serves as the regional museum for Gävleborg County, focusing on regional cultural history, art, and the preservation of Gävle's industrial heritage. The museum houses a significant collection of works by the painter Helmer Osslund, often referred to as the 'Paul Gauguin of the North.' Its permanent exhibits provide insights into the local textile industry, religious art, and the history of the Gävle-Dala railway. The facility also features an extensive archive of historical photographs depicting life in the region from the late 19th century onward. Educational programs and changing temporary exhibitions are hosted throughout the year in dedicated galleries. The building itself is integrated into the city's riverside landscape, reflecting regional architectural styles.
The view from the main entrance looking across the Gavleån river toward the city center.
Check the temporary exhibition calendar online before visiting to ensure access to specific rotating displays.
Visit the museum shop for locally produced handicrafts and publications on regional history.
Allow extra time to walk through the adjacent riverside park area after your museum visit.
Do not overlook the smaller, rotating side galleries, as these often contain the museum's most current and provocative research.
Closed on Mondays.
