child holds a coin in front of eye
Photo: Jens Mohr, Economy Museum/SHM.

CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

Fall break: The secrets of money

24 October - 1 November

What is money? What does it look like? And what can you buy with it? During the autumn holidays, you can learn how money works in a fun and playful way, with plenty of puzzles and things to figure out. Please note that all activities are held in Swedish.

Our museum educator shares how money was invented and why it looks the way it does. You’ll get to think about why we need money, how much things cost and what you would like to save money for. The activities are based on the activity book Vi pratar pengar by Jan Magnusson and Susanne Nordqvist. The authors will be at the museum to lead the activities on Saturday 24 and 31 October.

We’ll also take a closer look at the secrets hidden in our banknotes. Using magnifying glasses and UV lamps, you can discover hidden images and messages that can’t be seen with the naked eye.

Tip!

Why not also visit the Swedish History Museum, which is included in your admission ticket, and stop for lunch or a fika at our restaurant, Rosengården.

magnifying glass anf flashlight on bank notes
museum educator helping a kid discover bank notes
kids eating in the restaurant

Fall break activities and lunch at our restaurant. Photos: Jens Mohr and Ola Myrin, Economy Museum/SHM.

  • Free for children aged 0-18 years. Adults pay museum admission (SEK 180). You can collect tickets for the activity at the admissions desk same day.
  • The Economy Museum, Narvavägen 17, Stockholm.
    Narest metro: Östermalmstorg or Karlaplan.
  • Recommended for kids aged 5-10 together with an adult.
  • Language: Swedish.

Treasure hunt for kids

Find the hidden treasures at the museum to earn a little prize.

Kids on a treasure hunt
Photo: Jens Mohr, Economy Museum/SHM.

Autumn break at the Swedish History Museum

The museum is in the same building and included in your admission ticket. See their offerings for children and families.

adult and kids running up museum steps
Photo: Ola Myrin, Economy Museum/SHM.

The activity is offered:

  • Saturday 24 October 11:15–12:00
  • Saturday 24 October 13:15–14:00
  • Sunday 25 October 11:15–12:00
  • Sunday 25 October 13:15–14:00
  • Monday 26 October 11:15–12:00
  • Monday 26 October 13:15–14:00
  • Tuesday 27 October 11:15–12:00
  • Tuesday 27 October 13:15–14:00
  • Wednesday 28 October 11:15–12:00
  • Wednesday 28 October 13:15–14:00
  • Thursday 29 October 11:15–12:00
  • Thursday 29 October 13:15–14:00
  • Friday 30 October 11:15–12:00
  • Friday 30 October 13:15–14:00
  • Saturday 31 October 11:15–12:00
  • Saturday 31 October 13:15–14:00
  • Sunday 1 November 11:15–12:00
  • Sunday 1 November 13:15–14:00

Main sponsor of the Economy Museum

Swedbank