Nobel Prize Museum: Everyday objects that changed the world

Get to know the Nobel Prize laureates and their accomplishments by visiting These things changed the world, an exhibition at Stockholm’s Nobel Prize Museum which for the first time is displaying a large selection of curious artefacts belonging to Nobel Prize laureates over the years.

The objects featured in the exhibition These things changed the world tell stories of remarkable discoveries and life achievements. Through these stories, you will discover how your life and the world you live in have changed thanks to researchers, authors and activists who have worked in the fields of science, literature and peace. It is their discoveries and accomplishments which have been awarded the Nobel Prize and continuously give us new perspectives on our lives and the world.

“Every year, new artefacts are added to our collection and we can now display more than 250 of these at the same time,” says Erika Lanner, director of the Nobel Prize Museum. “There are stories of great discoveries, courageous peace efforts and innovative literature hidden in everyday objects such as a suitcase, a pair of scissors or a jar of peanut butter. These items also provide new and unexpected knowledge about the people behind the Nobel Prizes.”

A home for transformational ideas

The Nobel Prize shows that ideas can change the world and the courage, creativity and perseverance of the Nobel Prize laureates inspire and give us hope for the future. These ideas are celebrated at the museum, which is located in the Old Town of Stockholm and is open to everyone looking to expand their horizons. At the museum, which is known for its inspirational exhibitions, visitors will meet scientists, authors and freedom fighters who have all contributed to the greatest benefit to humankind. Ever since 1901, the Nobel Prize has been awarded in line with Alfred Nobel’s vision, and at the museum, the stories of the Nobel Prize laureates come to life through artefacts, guided tours and videos.

Although the museum makes for a great Sunday outing, why not start the weekend here? The Nobel Prize Museum is open on Friday nights, so take the opportunity to pop by to get something to eat and drink while soaking up inspiration. What’s more, the museum also offers concerts, literary or scientific talks, fun quiz nights and food or drink tastings. Keep an eye out for the museum’s social media handles and website to see what the next Friday night is set to offer.

At the Nobel Prize Museum, children can enjoy themselves as much as adults. Let them channel their inner treasure hunters, experiment in the workshop or play in the Bubble Chamber, a room designed for fun and play. Once their energy has run out, you can pop by Bistro Nobel to try the famous Nobel ice cream, one of the museum’s highlights and a must. And remember to visit the museum shop on your way out to pick up a souvenir or two.

Into the future with the Nobel Center

In the spirit of change and discovery, a future member of the Nobel family is set to open in the coming years. The Nobel Center will be a house for science, culture and dialogue and will be located along the Stadsgårdskajen waterfront next to Slussen in central Stockholm.

The centre will offer a wide range of public activities including exhibitions, school programmes, lectures and conversations about the major challenges of the future. The outreach activities being conducted around the world, digitally and at the Nobel Prize Museum in Stockholm’s Old Town today, will be further developed and scaled up for the opening of the Nobel Center.

A home for transformational ideas.

The Erling-Persson Foundation and the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation are financing the construction of the building together with the Nobel Foundation. David Chipperfield Architects is designing the Nobel Center and construction is scheduled to begin in 2027.

In the meantime, there is plenty to keep you busy at the Nobel Prize Museum, whether you want to learn more about Alfred Nobel or discover the objects that have changed the world.

Web: www.nobelprizemuseum.se
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The exhibition These things changed the world is a permanent exhibition at the Nobel Prize Museum and is open for the public Tuesday to Sunday.