Month: March 2020

In these troubling times we like to think of Royal Djurgården as a place of relaxation and tranquility — somewhere that you might like to escape to when you need some space, peace and quiet. We believe this is still the case — perhaps even more so than usual — at this time.

You can still visit the majority of our restaurants, and many of them offer outdoor seating and/or takeaway options. So you can enjoy some delicious food and drink in and amongst nature, or if you prefer, in the comfort of your own home. Why not also take a walk along the waterfront or through a park, or pay a visit to some of our monuments?

Some of the attractions here at Royal Djurgården have remained open, and many more are starting to open up again. We recommend checking the individual websites of our attractions for information regarding specific events and opening hours.

And did you know that you can still visit Djurgården from home? Here you can join in with some fun activities and experience lots of our museums from your own living room.

Protecting our visitors is of course our main priority; we are continuously following all updates surrounding the Corona (COVID-19) outbreak, as well as guidelines and decisions from the authorities and Swedish government. Keep an eye on our website and social media channels, where we will keep you up to date with what’s going on.

Keep taking care of yourselves and one another!

In the midst of the Coronavirus crisis, Tekniska museet is unveiling its new exhibition. It poses a highly relevant question: Who is the human of the future? Following the success of the Robots exhibition, which showcased human-like robots, this amazing self-produced exhibition focuses on the technology in humans. With the help of art, ethical reasoning, the latest technology and the extensive knowledge gathered at Tekniska Museet, you can now be part of an exhibition that we hope everyone can connect with — even  in the current circumstances. It is certainly a time to reflect on where we are going and what the future human is going to be like.

What happens when technology makes it possible for us to design our children using genome editing? Where is the distinction between man and machine when we are able to enhance and replace body parts? Who is in control when we allow artificial intelligence to make decisions in crucial life choices? This is your chance to explore these questions and more.

With an immersive experience that arouses curiosity, poses questions and fascinates, the Hyper Human exhibition illustrates some of the challenges that we face as a result of technological developments. But above all it inspires a sense of hope and engagement in questions concerning how technology can make it possible for a greater number of people to have a greater quality of life.

“The ever accelerating process of technology requires us to stop and have the opportunity to reflect and understand” says Magdalena Tafvelin Heldner, who is the Project Manager at Tekniska museet. “We all need to be involved in deciding what we want our future to look like. It is not just about what is technically possible, but also what is ethical,  based on, for example, equality, sustainability and justice.”

In addition to the exhibition, Tekniska museet also houses one of Sweden’s leading designers, Monica Förster, and her design studio. Together with the innovation agency BAS ITG, she has let artificial intelligence influence the design — a meeting between man and machine that produces both surprising and interesting results.

Hyper Human combines a historical perspective with an analysis of the present and thoughts on the future. It features a musculature model from the 1700s, prosthetic eyes from the 1800s, intelligent supercomputers from the 1980s, and visions of the future drawn from both popular culture and science.

During your time in the exhibition, you as the visitor will be challenged by a range of different ethical questions, where there are consequences to every response.

Read about how Tekniska Museet is handling COVID-19 here.

And if you want to read more about our work with sustainability, visit sustainable.royaldjurgarden.se/en

The exhibition encourages visitors to reflect on ethical issues like equality and sustainability in relation to technological developments (10.3)

Swedes might say they love winter, but when the days start getting longer and lighter, it’s a sure sign that our beloved summer is on its way.  

Spring is a time, therefore, when we start to feel positive and inspired. Royal Djurgården is a green oasis, so for Stockholmers and visitors alike, it is the place to experience the beautiful greenery and flowers that blossom as spring begins. It is also home to lots of exciting art exhibitions, many of which are hosted in museums and galleries that are surrounded by nature. This means that you can experience beautiful art, both inside and outside!

Here is a selection of exhibitions that are ongoing throughout the spring, here on Royal Djurgården: 

Angus Fairhurst Absolut Art Collection

The Museum of Spirits
23rd October 2019-13th April 2020

Angus Fairhurst (1966-2008) belonged to an influential generation that became the phenomenon known as the Young British Artists, or YBAs. As a group, they fought against the market-driven attitude of the 1990s. Fairhurst was a central figure, expressing himself with brilliant, absurd, somewhat melancholy humour. His work has been described as a labyrinth of references to Western art history, but it is equally an exploration of the dubious ideals of advertising and luxury consumerism. Spritmuseum’s own Absolut Art Collection includes Absolut Fairhurst from 1994.

Find out more about the exhibition here

The Experimental Self: Edvard Munch’s Photography

The Thiel Gallery
8th February-31st May 2020 

Edvard Munch (1863-1944) was one of the first artists to take “selfies.” He pursued photography as an experimental medium and himself as an experimental subject. He explored the dynamics of layered imagery; unexpected areas of blank, disunified, or undefined form; and shadows that replace living bodies. The exhibition gives you an insight into this lesser-known side of the artist. 

Find out more about the exhibition here

Silent Beauty – Nordic and East Asian Interaction

Prince Eugen’s Waldemarsudde
15th February-31st May 2020 

Silent Beauty – Nordic and East Asian Interaction is a fusion of Nordic and East Asian aesthetics from the 1900s, with a special focus on the years following the Second World War. The exhibition features paintings, graphics, ceramics and textiles by Japanese, Swedish and Finnish artists. Geometric shapes, refined colours and fabrics and textures are recurrent characteristics amongst the works on display.⁠ 

Find out more about the exhibition here

Lena Cronqvist

Prince Eugen’s Waldemarsudde
7th March-27th September 2020 

With a career spanning nearly 60 years, Lena Cronqvist has established herself as one of Sweden’s most prominent artists. Her imagery embraces existential themes, such as love, childhood, motherhood, loneliness and death, and she often uses herself as a model. Cronqvist’s artistic practice is profoundly personal, yet equally inclusive and universal. This thematic exhibition includes several recent paintings that are being exhibited publicly for the first time. 

Find out more about the exhibition here

Market Art Fair 2020

Liljevalchs
24th April-26th April 2020

Market Art Fair is the leading contemporary art fair in the Nordic region, initiated in 2006 by galleries representing the Nordic countries: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. During the fair, selected galleries showcase an exclusive selection of the most interesting art on the Nordic scene, focusing on solo projects as well as carefully curated presentations.

Find out more about the exhibition here