Millesgården is a beautiful museum and sculpture garden located on the island of Lidingö in Stockholm, Sweden. It was the home and studio of the artist Carl Milles and his wife Olga Milles, who donated it to the Swedish people in 1936. The museum showcases the works of Carl Milles and other artists, as well as temporary exhibitions of contemporary art. The sculpture garden is a stunning display of fountains, statues, and terraces overlooking the water.
The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 11:00 to 17:00. The admission fee is 150 SEK for adults, 120 SEK for seniors and students, and free for children under 18. You can also buy a yearly pass for 300 SEK. The museum offers guided tours in English and Swedish on weekends and holidays, as well as audio guides in several languages. You can also book a private tour for groups of up to 25 people.
To get to Millesgården, you can take the subway to Ropsten and then take bus 201 or 204 to Torsviks torg. From there, it is a 10-minute walk to the museum. You can also take a ferry from Nybroplan to Lidingö and then walk for 20 minutes. Alternatively, you can drive or take a taxi to the museum, but parking is limited.
Some tips for visiting Millesgården are:
- Wear comfortable shoes and clothes, as the museum covers a large area and has many stairs.
- Bring a camera or a smartphone, as photography is allowed in most areas of the museum.
- Check the weather forecast before you go, as some parts of the museum are outdoors and may be closed in bad weather.
- Plan to spend at least two hours at the museum, as there is a lot to see and enjoy.
- Visit the café and the gift shop, where you can find souvenirs, books, and snacks.
Some prohibitions for visiting Millesgården are:
- Do not touch or climb on the sculptures or fountains, as they are fragile and valuable.
- Do not bring pets, bicycles, skateboards, or rollerblades into the museum, as they may damage the artworks or disturb other visitors.
- Do not smoke or drink alcohol in the museum, as they may cause fire hazards or health problems.
- Do not litter or leave any trash behind, as they may harm the environment or attract pests.
Some highlights of what to see at Millesgården are:
- The Anne’s House, where Carl and Olga Milles lived and worked. It contains their personal belongings, furniture, paintings, and books.
- The Artist’s Home, where Carl Milles had his studio and workshop. It displays his sketches, models, tools, and materials.
- The Lower Terrace, where you can see some of his most famous sculptures, such as Hand of God, Europa and the Bull, and Man and Pegasus.
- The Middle Terrace, where you can admire his fountains and water features, such as Aganippe Fountain, Triton Fountain, and Indian Head Fountain.
- The Upper Terrace, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the garden and the sea. It also has some smaller sculptures and reliefs by Carl Milles.
