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Autumn lectures at the Economy Museum

Welcome to this autumn's inspiring lectures on money and happiness, green dreams, and the U.S. economy ahead of the upcoming election. All lectures are given in Swedish and take place on Wednesday evenings, when the museum is open late.

Open late Wednesdays

On Wednesdays the museum is open until 8:00 PM. Welcome to Restaurant Rosengården before the lecture starts! There is a special offer on Wednesday evenings: soup and a glass of wine for 160 SEK (120 SEK with non-alcoholic drink).

The lecture ticket also grants admission to the museum including the new exhibition MONEY! which you can explore before or after the lecture.

Illustration of a pile of vegetables

Green Dreams – The Art of Sustainable Gardening

Wednesday, September 25, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM

LectureIn Swedish

Gardening can be expensive. But with some planning, thoughtfulness, and knowledge, you can manage without spending a fortune. Journalist and garden book author Lena Israelsson will inspire you to garden in a way that is sustainable for both your wallet and the environment.

The lecture will be held in Swedish.

Read more and buy tickets starting August 21

Earth seen from space

Buy Less, Live More!

Wednesday, October 9, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM

LectureIn Swedish

Can you become rich by having a "buy-nothing year"? And how do you tackle food waste and money waste? Economist and author Emilia Arvidsson talks about how we can move toward a more sustainable future without compromising on quality of life.

In collaboration with Swedbank.

The lecture will be held in Swedish.

Free admission. Read more and book free tickets starting August 21.

Collage of American flag with Benjamin Franklin, and graphic elements

USA – The History, the Election, and the Economy

Wednesday, October 23, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM

LectureIn Swedish

The world's largest economy is facing a presidential election. How will Americans vote, and how will their votes impact global trade and the world economy at large? Join us for a two-part lecture evening with author Anders Johnson and Karolina Ekholm, professor of economics and director of the Swedish National Debt Office.

The lecture will be held in Swedish.

Read more and buy tickets starting August 21.

Portrait Lea Alhborn
Image from the collections of The Economy Museum – The Royal Coin Cabinet.

Lea Ahlborn – Artist, Pioneer, and Royal Medal Engraver

Wednesday, November 13, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM

LectureGuided tourIn Swedish

Artist Lea Ahlborn was a female pioneer. For over 40 years, she held the prestigious role of engraving all of Sweden's coins and over 400 medals. Ulrika Bornestaf, senior antiquarian at the Royal Coin Cabinet collections, tells the fascinating story. In conjunction, you can go on a special guided tour of Lea Ahlborn's coins and medals on display in the exhibition MONEY!

The lecture and guided your will be held in Swedish.

Read more and buy tickets starting August 21.

Portrait Micael Dahlen
Photographer: Peter Cederling.

Money and Happiness

Wednesday, December 4, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM

LectureIn Swedish

What makes you happy? Time to do what you want? A steady cash flow? Or is it the feeling of belonging to something bigger? Micael Dahlen, professor of happiness, well-being, and welfare at the Stockholm School of Economics, shares his thoughts and talks about how you can boost your ability to feel happiness.

The lecture will be held in Swedish.

Read more and buy tickets starting August 21.

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