Eskilstuna stadsmuseum — Attraction in Eskilstuna kommun

Working steam machinery on an actual preserved factory floor from the industrial revolution. Also has a large kids section, a café, and a very accomplished section on Eskilstuna's history in weapons manufacturing, amongst other things. Well worth a visit if you find yourself in Eskilstuna. And if for nothing else then the serene surroundings of the little island the museum is placed on is plenty of reason to go, and its proximity to the Eskiltuna Ölkultur café. This island used to house a castle, something you can also discover more about in the museum.

Also, this museum is the venue of the excellent Silwersteam event once every year. A definite must see for Swedish...

I really was not expecting such a nice exhibition and quality for free entry town museum. Really worth visiting. The history of building and it's machinery was really intriguing. Some of the texts were only on Swedish but it was pretty easy to understand what was happening. As an old factory the machinery looked still operational (operable). It was mind blowing that they had such a educational and fun activity center for children. Actually hydraulic excavator/loader cabin. Highly...

Found this museum by chance whilst passing through the town. A very interesting place explaining the history of Eskilstuna and it's industrial heritage from files to firearms. Coming from the UK there was enough in English to keep me happy and Google translate did the rest. Shout out to Frederick who showed us where to go and what to see. It's free as well. Suitable for small kids and...