30,000 titles, correspondence by former museum managers, field diaries and old photographs – the library and archive of the Museum of World Culture have amassed a wealth of knowledge over the years.
As of 1 January 2026, the libraries of the National Museums of World Culture will no longer be open for general public visits.
Instead, the libraries will offer public access on specific dates.
These dates will be announced later this year.
For more information, please contact: collections@varldskulturmuseerna.se
The Museum of World Culture archives contain field journals, manuscripts and photographs from various explorations in which the museum and it's predecessors have participated. There is correspondence, materials from previous exhibitions as well as a cuttings archive. It is possible to study and follow the history of anthropology and archaeology since the beginning of the 20th century in the archive.
The archives are open for visits by appointment. Please contact Monica Sargren.