The Glassworks Museum in Liljedal
Welcome to the Glassworks Museum in Liljedal, where you can learn more about the history of the area and the extensive glassmaking industry that shaped the community for more than 100 years.
The museum features photographs and objects from the glassworks era, including a variety of glassware and numerous bottles. Here, you can gain an insight into the industry that played an important role in Liljedal for many years and the people who lived and worked here.
An important part of Liljedal’s history
The Liljedal Glassworks was in operation between 1781 and 1917 and was, at its height, Scandinavia’s largest producer of glass bottles.
At its peak, around 150 glassblowers worked at the glassworks, producing more than 13 million bottles each year. Among the products manufactured here was a medicine bottle that later became the model for a well-known Swedish vodka bottle.
Today, few visible traces remain of this extensive industry, but at the Glassworks Museum you can discover objects and stories from an important period in Liljedal’s history.
Visit the museum and book a guided tour
The Glassworks Museum is located at Liljedal’s local heritage centre, Mjöllösa. To visit the museum or book a guided tour, please contact the Liljedal Local Heritage Association.
Guided tour contacts:
Jan Blakkisrud
+46 (0)70-716 07 33
Jan Rosander
+46 (0)70-630 54 45
Price: SEK 50 per person. Prices for larger groups are available upon request.
Read more about guided tours and the Liljedal Local Heritage Association here.
An artwork in memory of Sven-Erik Magnusson
In the garden at Liljedal’s local heritage centre, you will also find one of seven artworks in Grums Municipality created in memory of Sven-Erik Magnusson. Sven-Erik grew up in Slottsbron and was the lead singer of the Swedish band Sven-Ingvars for 60 years.
The artworks were created by artist Bo Jonzon in collaboration with Sven-Erik’s son, Oscar Magnusson. Each artwork features a few lines from a well-known song from Sven-Erik’s musical career – can you recognise the song?
Discover more in Liljedal
Take the opportunity to discover more of Liljedal during your visit. Nearby, you will find Liljedal Guest Harbour, Buda Beach, beautiful natural surroundings and several cafés and restaurants.
Would you like to discover more experiences in Liljedal? Read more here.
Liljedals hembygdsgård
Liljedals hembygdsgård, 664 96 Segmon
