Eksjö museum
Municipal museum in Eksjö’s old town with Albert Engström’s art, the history of the town and the Småland Military History Museum, by the Eksjöån river.
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About the museum
Eksjö museum grew out of a large donation of works and objects by the artist Albert Engström, which the pharmacist and collector Carl David Carlsson gave during the 1940s and 1960s. The museum opened in 1968 under the name Albert Engströmsmuseet and is run by Eksjö Municipality.
The museum lies by the Eksjöån river, on the site of an old tannery in the town’s preserved old town of wooden houses. The tannery was founded in 1831 by Leo Felix Aschan, and the brick building today dates from around 1900. The museum yard next door has been remodeled several times and has a herb garden with plants of cultural-historical interest.
Three permanent exhibitions are shown today: Albert Engström’s drawings and paintings, the history of the town from its founding in 1403, and the Småland Military History Museum, which shows the region’s war history and defence. The museum also has halls for contemporary art and temporary exhibitions, a museum shop, and Eksjö Tourist Center in the same building. It also manages Aschanska gården (the Aschan Farm), a preserved town house from around 1900.
Highlights
- Albert Engström’s drawings, caricatures and paintings
- New basic exhibition on the history of Eksjö since 1403
- Småland Military History Museum
- Museum yard with herb garden by the Eksjöån river
- Aschanska gården, a preserved town house from the early 20th century
Permanent exhibitions
- Albert Engström – Drawings, caricatures and paintings by Albert Engström, with stories, film and the vagabond artist Kolingen.
- Eksjö – en del av historien – New basic exhibition from June 2026 on the history of the town from its founding in 1403 to the late 20th century, with interactive stations for children.
- Smålands militärhistoriska museum – Småland’s military history from medieval castle defence to the present day, including the Dackefejden (Dacke Feud), the allotment system (indelningsverket) and the home front.
- Founded
- 1968
- Operated by
- Eksjö kommun
- Visitors per year
- approx. 33,336 (2017)
Admission & discounts
| Adults | SEK 60 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | SEK 50Pensioners |
| Children & teens | freeChildren and young people up to 18 enter free of charge. |
| Visitors with disabilities | –companion free · A companion or assistant always enters free of charge. |
| Groups (10+ people) | SEK 50 per personGroups of at least 10 paying visitors. |
| Annual pass | SEK 250Free admission to the exhibitions for one year and a 10% discount in the museum shop. |
Prices 16 September–14 May 2027: adults SEK 60, pensioners SEK 50; members of Eksjö konstförening (Eksjö Art Association) enter free. Summer prices 22 June–15 September: adults SEK 120, pensioners SEK 100, groups of at least 10 paying visitors SEK 100 per person, and groups of at least 30 paying visitors SEK 80 per person. During this period the offer ‘Go two, pay for one’ applies on Sundays.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The entrance has a ramp and an automatic door opener, and a lift serves all floors. An accessible toilet is available. Guide dogs are allowed.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
- Family tours & workshops
- Hands-on stations
In Mini-Albert’s corner, children can dress up as characters from Albert Engström’s stories, look for them in the paintings and draw their own caricature. During school holidays creative workshops are held, and family viewings take place regularly. In the museum yard children can run freely, try stilts and borrow skipping ropes.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Take a train or bus to Eksjö and walk along Österlånggatan from the station, about 5–10 minutes. Timetables are available from Jönköping County Public Transport (jlt.se).
By car
Parking available
Follow the signs towards ‘Den unika trästaden’ (the unique wooden town) and park in the car park for the museum and the tourist information at Österlånggatan.
The museum is in the old town by the Eksjöån river.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
Museum shop with crafts, souvenirs, postcards, books and gifts. Eksjö Tourist Center is in the same building.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
|---|---|
| Audio guide | yes (SV, EN, DE) |
| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Viewings can be booked. QR codes in the exhibitions on Albert Engström and military history provide audio guides in Swedish, English and German; the town history exhibition has printed texts in Swedish and English. The museum also offers guided tours of Aschanska gården and walks in the old town. |
