Our exhibitions cover the relationship between the sea and man, past and present. Here you will find some of the Museums earlier exhibitions.
People of all times have crossed oceans in search of a better life – away from poverty, war and persecution. The sea is an eternity of both hope and menace.
For more than 1000 years there have been fisherwomen diving on the island of Jeju, South Korea. The exhibition is on display from the 3rd of March 2018.
Dive down below the surface of the water and discover seahorses, coral reefs and crabs. You can learn more about our marine environment, understand how the lion fish is toxic and why clown fish change their sex.
Emigrants and luxury voyagers travelled on the Swedish-American Line's ships. The exhibition describes the history of the America ships and the people who sailed on them.
The "City along the Waterside" is a permanent exhibition of cultural history that encompasses everything from the global port system to the local quayside. Visitors encounter stories from the seaport in the four sections of the exhibition.
Ships carry stories of success, setbacks, technological developments, dreams and adventures. Welcome to the world of ships.
About Swedish shipping from a historical perspective. You'll find exciting stories from the old shipyards, what happened when steamboats took over and life on board ships.
About how steam engines started to compete with sailing ships. About life on board for Swedish sailors on the seven seas, and the memories they brought home with them.
An interactive exhibition for children and young people, who are encouraged to discover and explore the sea and shipping. Jump on board the fishing boat Skagul, load containers on a freighter or try your hand at equipping a ship.
Say hello to the sea monster in our playroom for the young ones. Your kids can cuddle with soft toys or crawl into a shipwreck.
Would you dare to steer a large ship into a port? Try our popular ship simulator, where you can choose the ship and the weather.
The Gripsholm reading room is on the third floor, where you can rest your tired feet and dive into lots of interesting books.
Here you will find some of the Museums earlier exhibitions
