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Autumn lectures at the Economy Museum
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.
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Green Dreams – The Art of Sustainable Gardening
Wednesday, September 25, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
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.
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Buy Less, Live More!
Wednesday, October 9, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
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.
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USA – The History, the Election, and the Economy
Wednesday, October 23, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
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.
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Lea Ahlborn – Artist, Pioneer, and Royal Medal Engraver
Wednesday, November 13, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
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.
![Portrait Micael Dahlen](https://ekonomiskamuseet.se/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Ekonomiska-museet_program_MicaelDahlen_HT2024_4-jpg.webp)
Money and Happiness
Wednesday, December 4, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
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.