Exhibition at Mynttorget about democracy

The exhibition on the advent of democracy is on display in the Old Town of Stockholm

Sixteen windows at Mynttorget and along Västerlånggatan depict various scenes from Sweden’s democratisation process. Here we are introduced to some of those who struggled for democracy through popular movements and national organisations, the fear of revolution that existed among politicians and the people who fought for bread and improved rights in working life. Current issues related to democracy today are also highlighted.

The exhibition can be viewed from outdoors, and is open around the clock. 

Getting to the Riksdag: The Riksdag on the map on the Riksdag website

Three of the windows seen from the street.
Photo: Anders Löwdin

The first women in the Riksdag and the fight for suffrage are among the themes displayed in the windows.

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