Wärenstams

Contemporary painting, sculpture, photography, textiles and ceramics from the Sjuhärad region.

At Wärenstams you can experience everything from temporary exhibitions to the museum's art collection consisting of art from Sjuhärad, funded by the Tore G Wärenstams Foundation. Tore G Wärenstam (1908-1980) was a leading figure in the Swedish press for more than 40 years as editor-in-chief, CEO and significant owner of Borås Tidning. He laid the groundwork for the foundation that bears his name. The art collection on display is unique in its kind, with works by people who were born, live or work in the Sjuhärad region.

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