Gothenburgs Stadsmuseum (East India House)

The East India House has been in the city of Gothenburg since the middle of the 18th Century and was built for the East India Company. This historical building was used as a headquarter by the company and was at the center of various activities of the in the city. Since its takeover from the East India Company, the building has been converted into Gothenburgs Stadsmuseum, which tells tales about the cultural history of the region right from the Vikings era. Various artifacts belonging to the East India Company are preserved at the museum which forms the museum's permanent collection. Temporary contemporary art exhibits are regularly held inside the galleries of the museum and serves as a great platform for local artists.

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