The Nordic Watercolour Museum
25 years
16 February–21 April 2025
Welcome to The Nordic Watercolour Museum! Here, you can experience contemporary watercolour art, be inspired by the unique surroundings, and take part in exciting activities for all ages – all year round. 2025 is also the year when The Nordic Watercolour Museum celebrates 25 years as a vibrant meeting place for art, culture, and creativity.
Visit the museum16 February–21 April 2025 / The exhibition is a tribute to a significant artist with deep roots on the island of Tjörn. The exhibition presents Claes Hake's works on paper, which are characterised by grand gestures and robust forms. In these pieces, artistic ideas are shown which, in one way or another, led to sculptural works.
16 February–21 April 2025 / The narrative image is a living art form that can be both captivating and moving. With its unique capacity to convey complex ideas, stir feelings and spark meaningful conversations, it can also bridge language barriers.
At the museum, we offer guided tours of current exhibitions every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. Join a tour and gain a deeper insight into the art and artists. The guided tours are free of charge and do not require pre-booking. Perfect for art lovers as well as curious first-time visitors!
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Are you curious about painting? Our studio is open every Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM to 2 PM. Here, both children and adults can try painting with watercolours.
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Have you ever heard of 'Slow Art Day'? It is an international event that encourages people of all ages to experience and observe art slowly. At the museum we invite you to a specially designed tour on Saturday, April 5th, at 10 AM.
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Spring is here, and with it comes Easter – a time for colour, creativity, and imagination! At the museum, we will be hosting family tours and an Easter Holiday Workshop. We have gathered all activities and info in one place – read more by clicking below.
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EventsThe GUEST STUDIOS are the small houses 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 interested.
Do you want 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 work with education through exhibitions and workshops for all ages. Visiting the museum can be done in several ways. School classes can visit on their own or work with the museum's art educators.
The Nordic Watercolour Museum has been open to visitors for 25 years. However, the dream of a museum dedicated to watercolour techniques is even older. 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.
Did you know that the museum has a FRIENDS ASSOCIATION? As a member, you support the museum while being part of a community with other art enthusiasts. You are always invited to exclusive previews of upcoming exhibitions and an annual eccard to the museum. Additionally, the Friends Association hosts events on their own from time to time.
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Unlike many other museums, The Nordic Watercolour Museum does not have a permanent exhibition of works from its collection. Instead, we continuously show selections from it. By only working with temporary exhibitions, we can show a larger part of our collection over time. The collection is a essential and vital part of the museum, and you can explore it further here, on our website.
Read more about the collectionThe restaurant is located in the same building as the museum and here, you can enjoy food that the neighbouring sea has to offer, prepared in a modern Nordic style. While the museum and the restaurant operate as separate entities, they share a common passion for the unique atmosphere of this place. Read more about what they have to offer on their website.
Restaurant's website (Swedish)The Nordic Watercolour Museum 25 years
Since 2000, The Nordic Watercolour Museum has been a hub for art and creativity. Over the years, we have presented inspiring exhibitions, hosted courses, welcomed school classes, organized events, and met thousands of visitors. Now, as we celebrate 25 years, we would love to hear your memories from 2000 to 2025. Do you have a special moment from the museum? Share it with us and be part of our anniversary celebration!
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