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Fika: Swedish cultural icon and superpower

Fika: Swedish cultural icon and superpower

In Sweden, *fika* is such a natural part of life that we rarely think of it as a ritual governed by unwritten rules, or consider just how much we accomplish over a coffee break. Stina Almroth (PhD) marvels at how *fika*—while serving as our way of socializing, building relationships, and both giving and receiving care—also…

Next occurrence: Tuesday, 10 November

18:00–19:00

Storgatan 40

In Sweden, *fika* is such a natural part of life that we rarely think of it as a ritual governed by unwritten rules, or consider just how much we accomplish over a coffee break.

Stina Almroth (PhD) marvels at how *fika*—while serving as our way of socializing, building relationships, and both giving and receiving care—also helps explain Swedish efficiency, our culture of collaboration, and our capacity for innovation.

Admission: 80 SEK; free for members of the museum association.

No advance tickets or seat reservations; first come, first served. Doors open at 17:30.

This lecture is part of Piteå Museum’s anniversary week—celebrating 90 years of Piteå Museum.

Supported by Piteå Municipality and Sparbanken Nord.

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Piteå Museum is a cultural and historical museum located in central Piteå, in the old Town Hall at Rådhustorget. The museum focuses on the history and cultural heritage of Piteå and the surrounding region. The exhibitions cover both historical and contemporary topics, with displays of objects, photographs, and stories that reflect everyday life, industry, and…

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Tickets: 80 kr

Updated: 7 October 2026

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