Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology, Stockholm

The Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology (Tekniska Museet) is the largest technology museum in Sweden and a prominent institution in Stockholm. Established in 1924, the museum was founded by several key Swedish organizations, including the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences, the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise, the Swedish Inventors' Association, and the Swedish Association of Graduate Engineers. Its mission is to preserve and present Sweden's technological and industrial heritage.

Occupying approximately 10,000 square meters, the museum houses an extensive collection that includes over 55,000 objects and artifacts, 1,200 shelf meters of archival records, 200,000 drawings, 800,000 images, and around 40,000 books. The museum's exhibitions and collections aim to document and preserve not only technological advancements but also the processes, stories, and personal memoirs associated with these developments.

The museum's current building, designed in the functionalist style by architect Ragnar Hjorth, opened its doors in 1936. Since becoming a foundation in 1947, the museum has been supported by government funding, beginning in 1964. Over the years, the National Museum of Science and Technology has become a significant cultural hub, attracting approximately 350,000 visitors annually.

The museum celebrated for its inclusivity and education efforts, won the 2016 Museum of the Year Award from the Swedish ICOM and Riksförbundet Sveriges Museer, praised as "the favorite place of all small geniuses." In 2017, it received the Children in Museums Award for its Megamind exhibition, recognized for its innovative design, accessibility, and high-quality content.

The Swedish National Museum of Science and Technology remains a vital institution dedicated to celebrating and preserving Sweden's rich technological and industrial legacy for future generations.

Tip:
If you have pre-teen kids, then go for it! Everything is adapted to them and quite interactive.
You could skip the first room and go straight to the one with all the games for kids & adults.