Piteå museum

Piteå museum

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 local development over time. A key part of the museum is its permanent exhibition, which illustrates the history of Piteå through different time periods and places.

In addition to exhibitions, the museum also works with documentation, research, educational activities, guided tours, and cultural programs. Temporary exhibitions and events are regularly arranged, often highlighting different aspects of local culture and history.

Piteå Museum serves as an accessible meeting place for anyone interested in learning more about the history and heritage of the region.

Please note that during the months of May and September, many guided tours and tours are booked. We recommend that you book at least three weeks in advance during these months.

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Disabled persons

Access- reduced mobility/wheelchairs, Hearing loop, Toilet for disabled persons

Updated: 16 June 2026

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Piteå turistcenter

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