Judiska Muséet — Attraction in Stockholm

This is not "your" typical Jewish museum, and for all the good reasons. It's small and one gets the feeling that it's not too educational or didactic or overbearing in the best possible way. This museum is about a small community finding it's way in an alien place, and while the Jewish aspect is at the core, the message is human and universal. There was someone to answer any questions and willing to engage in conversation. An eye opening museum that can benefit locals, tourists...

Small and cozy museum that some days are free of charge, see the Web page. If you as I studied a lot about WWII it might be a bit repetarive but on the good side it has a lot of info about the Swedish involvement and attitude over centurys. Good for both non Swedish speakers and has audio. A place to respect. Giftshop is very small but cute. Prices are not very cheap but not...

This newly opened Jewish Museum in Old Town is on the original sight of the first synagogue in Stockholm. The excellent guide told (with animation and great story-telling skills) the fascinating story of Jewish life beginning in the 1700s. His narration is about 45 minutes but make sure to leave time to see the many artifacts - including the preserved bimah....