Chat/Create – October
Look at art and get creative as we have some coffee/tea! From 12 years.
27 September 2026–11 April 2027
Britta Marakatt-Labba
Britta Marakatt-Labba has gained international recognition for her extraordinary embroideries. Her drawings and watercolours, however, are almost entirely unknown – works she has kept out of the public eye until now. The exhibition at The Nordic Watercolour Museum focuses on Britta Marakatt-Labba’s works on paper, which are being shown publicly for the first time. The exhibition features around 140 works, primarily watercolours, drawings and sketches, complemented by a selection of embroideries and graphic works.
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At The Nordic Watercolour Museum, you can explore current exhibitions, engage in something creative, or take in the breathtaking views of the nearby archipelago on the Swedish West Coast. The museum is a place for all ages – whether you want to experience art, take part in activities, or simply enjoy a peaceful moment by the water. Discover what’s on and plan your visit.
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Highlights from the programme
Grund / Johan Airijoki
The concert is sold out. Some bus tickets from/to Gothenburg are still available for purchase. The museum is open with free entry until 8 pm – regardless of wether you have a ticket to the concert or not. The restaurant is open for dinner bookings or for those who simply want to enjoy a drink in the bar during the Friday evening.
UN Day: Sámi Stories, Film and Music
Together with Tjörns filmstudio, The Nordic Watercolour Museum marks United Nations Day on 24 October. For many years, the UN has worked to promote and protect Indigenous Peoples’ rights. In connection with the exhibition by Britta Marakatt-Labba, we turn our attention to Sámi culture and its conditions, both historically and in the present day. The programme of the day will include the films "Historjá – Stitches for Sápmi" and "Sami Blood", as well as a concert with Elin Telius.
The Listening / End of Daylight Saving Time
As the days grow shorter and nature prepares for cold and darkness, we come together around the simple shared activity of listening together. There will be readings, walks, fika, and creative activities in the forest of Orust and by the sea on Tjörn. Pre-booking required.
When We Were Sámi – On the History of Sápmi, with Mats Jonsson
How far back does Sámi history reach? And how did knowledge of it disappear from so many family narratives? In this lecture, cartoonist and author Mats Jonsson draws on his own search for his Sámi roots to trace the broader history of Sápmi. Free admission, tea and coffee will be served.
Current exhibition 27 September 2026–11 April 2027
Britta Marakatt-Labba
Over the past decade, Britta Marakatt-Labba has made an almost unparalleled breakthrough. Her embroidered narratives revolve around Sámi life in close relationship with nature, but also around colonialism, loss and resistance – about the face of racism, human greed and the lost lands once grazed by the animals. The drawings and watercolours, created largely without any intention of being exhibited publicly, are thematically closely related to her embroideries. Similar motifs recur in the works on paper, but in a new and more intimate form.
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Guided tours
Welcome to join our guided tours (in Swedish), held every Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday at 2 pm. The tours are included in the admission fee, and no pre-booking is required. On 17 October and 14 November, the tour will be interpreted in Swedish Sign Language.
Guided tours
This is The Nordic Watercolour Museum
Welcome to The Nordic Watercolour Museum – a vibrant meeting place for art, nature, and creativity by the sea. Here, you can experience contemporary watercolour art, be inspired by our unique setting, or take part in exciting activities for all ages. All year round.
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Guest studios
THE GUEST STUDIOS are situated on Bockholmen across from the museum. The studios are primarily used for artistic development work, research and study, but may also be hired by others when available.
School
Would you like to visit the museum with your SCHOOL? The Nordic Watercolour Museum is an inquisitive museum that believes in the connection between art and knowledge. We actively engage in educational work through exhibitions and workshops for all ages. A visit to the museum can take many forms. As a class, you can choose to explore the museum independently or accompanied by our art educators.
History and architecture
The Nordic Watercolour Museum has been welcoming visitors for 26 years, but the dream of a museum dedicated to watercolour techniques goes back even further. Our HISTORY of how this meeting place for creativity, culture, and nature came to be is filled with passionate individuals, bold visions, and visitor numbers that have exceeded all expectations.
Friends of the Museum
Did you know the museum has a FRIENDS ASSOCIATION? By becoming a member, you support The Nordic Watercolour Museum and join a community of art enthusiasts. Members enjoy exclusive previews of upcoming exhibitions and receive an annual pass to the museum. Additionally, the association regularly hosts its own events.
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The Collection
Unlike many other museums, The Nordic Watercolour Museum does not have a permanent exhibition of works from its collection. Instead, we continuously showcase selections from it. By working solely with temporary exhibitions, we are able to present a larger portion of our collection over time. The collection is a living and vital part of the museum's activities, and you can discover more about it here on our website.
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Vatten Restaurang & Kafé
At the restaurant, you can enjoy memorable moments in the midst of a stunning scenery. The chefs cook from scratch; simple dishes with a focus on quality ingredients. The museum and the restaurant operate as separate entities but are united by a shared passion for the unique atmosphere of the location. Learn more about what the restaurant has to offer on their website or by contacting them.
Website (in Swedish)