Garpenbergs gammelgård
Local heritage farm in Garpenberg with about ten relocated older buildings, including a double cottage, a mine cottage and a smithy, open on Sundays in July.
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About the museum
Garpenbergs gammelgård is a local heritage farm opposite Garpenberg church in southern Dalarna. The site contains about ten older buildings that have been moved here from villages in the district. These include a double cottage with beautiful wall paintings, a mine cottage, storehouses, barns, a smithy and a boat shed.
The farm is run by Garpenbergs hembygdsförening (Garpenberg Local Heritage Association). The association’s collections consist mainly of objects from older forestry, farming and mining, reflecting Garpenberg’s history as a works and mining district. The association arranges visits to the Gruvkapellet (Mine Chapel) and manages the hiking trails Bensåsleden, Konnsjöleden and Banvallen.
Close to the farm lies the milplatsen (charcoal-kiln site), with a charcoal-burner’s hut with a stove and a large barbecue area. Recurring events are held during the year, such as Walpurgis Night, Midsummer, National Day, a well-drinking gathering (källdrickning), a homecomers’ day (hemvändardag), a charcoal-kiln evening and a surströmming party.
Highlights
- Double cottage with beautiful wall paintings
- Mine cottage, smithy, storehouses, barns and boat shed
- Charcoal-kiln site with a charcoal-burner’s hut and barbecue area
- The association’s collections on forestry, farming and mining
- Annual events such as Midsummer and the homecomers’ day
Permanent exhibition
- Gammelgårdens byggnader och samlingar – About ten relocated buildings, including a double cottage, a mine cottage and a smithy, with objects from forestry, farming and mining.
- Operated by
- Garpenbergs hembygdsförening
Admission & discounts
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Accessibility
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
Parking spaces are next to the farm.
The farm is on Herrgårdsvägen, opposite Garpenberg church.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
Refreshments at events and on Sundays in July. Dry toilet. The charcoal-kiln cabin with a stove at the charcoal-kiln site can be used for overnight stays.
Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Guided tours are booked through Garpenbergs hembygdsförening. The association also arranges visits to the Gruvkapellet. |
