Culture
Bio Rio, Södermalm
With interiors lovingly restored as close as possible to its 1940s state, arthouse cinema Bio Rio is a magnet for Södermalm’s creative crowd. It screens what the staff describes as “the films that may not have won Oscars but [won] our hearts”, including cult classics such as La Haine. It hosts a dog cinema on certain days, so feel free to bring along your pooch if your schedule aligns.
Nationalmuseum, Norrmalm
The Nationalmuseum’s extensive upgrade in 2018 was a winner. The exhibition rooms are now painted in bright hues and the light has been let back into the 1866 north-German Renaissance-style building. The programming is daring and relevant, while the permanent collection comprises more than 700,000 objects, including paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints and crafts that span from the 1500s to today. Admission is free on Thursday from 17.00.
Galleri Flach, Östermalm
Since opening in 1999, Galleri Flach has built up a hefty roster of Scandinavian and international artists. Of particular note is the institution’s recent focus on non-European artists, such as Mohamed Camara from Mali. Exhibitions cover everything from contemporary painting and photography to video, sculpture and installation art.
Sven-Harrys Konstmuseum, Vasastan
Philanthropist and art collector Sven-Harry Karlsson commissioned Gert Wingård and Anna Söderberg to design this boxy, brass-clad art museum in Vasastan’s Vasaparken. The roster of exhibitions includes avant garde and classical art. The gift shop offers a wide range of items, including a great selection of books, butter knives, linen bread bags and vase coverings.
Bonniers Konsthall, Vasastan
Late journalist and author Jeanette Bonnier opened Bonniers Konsthall to support emerging artists and showcase groundbreaking art, such as works by Zbyněk Baladrán and Daniela Ortiz. Today the space remains an important venue for up-and-coming names, awarding yearly grants to promising Swedish talent.
