Uppsala konstmuseum: Art and design in the southern wing of Uppsala slott

Uppsala konstmuseum, situated in the southern wing of Uppsala slott, is home to a collection ranging from the late 19th century to the present day. In 1981, the museum received a donation from the discontinued ceramics factory Upsala-Ekeby, adding 1300 objects showing the factory's art design. The collection features designs by known formgivers such as Ingrid Atterberg, Hjördis Oldfors, Mari Simmulson, Anna-Lisa Thomson, and Vicke Lindstrand.

In Spring 2021, parts of the collection were displayed under three themes: Plats och landskap, Se människan, and En modern tid. The museum primarily focuses on local and regional art, both in temporary exhibitions and its own collection. The museum shows a recurring exhibition with female artists who have received a scholarship from the Stiftelsen Anna-Lisa Thomson Till Minne.

At present, the Uppsala municipality is negotiating where the museum will be located in the future. The options include remaining at Uppsala slott or moving to new premises in the Kaniken quarter. These proposals are based on requirements for accessibility, the work environment, and conditions for the art.

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