The day of the opening was a day of joy with speeches and cutting of the red ribbon. HM King Carl of Sweden, HM Queen Silvia, HRH Crown Princess Victoria and HRH Prince Daniel were present as well as Minister for Culture and Democracy Alice Bah Kunkhe and Director Susanna Pettersson. Many visitors had lined up on the quay outside the museum. Thanks to all of you who contributed to a wonderful day!
Performance by Tensta Gospel Choir. HM King Carl of Sweden, HM Queen Silvia, HRH Crown Princess Victoria and HRH Prince Daniel as well as Minister for Culture and Democracy Alice Bah Kunkhe and Director Susanna Pettersson were listening.
Inaugural speech by HM King Carl of Sweden
HM King Carl of Sweden cutting the red ribbon
Conversation in the Sculpture Courtyard
HM King Carl of Sweden, HM Queen Silvia looking at the portrait of King Karl XIV, painted by Emile Mascré.
Conversation in the Art Nouveau Gallery