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That the IKEA Museum is located in \u00c4lmhult comes as no surprise. Naturally, it is situated where it all began \u2013 in the building that once housed the very first IKEA store. Here, you can now follow the story from its roots and into the future.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n

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\n A Journey Through Swedish Design History <\/h3>\n
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The story of IKEA is, in many ways, also the story of the Swedish people. With Ingvar Kamprad at the helm, the global furniture giant has played an important role in countless teenage bedrooms, brightened living rooms with millions of decorative cushions, and increased the coziness of more basements and family rooms than we can count.<\/p>\n

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Following the story of how it all began is truly fascinating, and the sense of recognition is strong. In addition, both the present and the future play an important role in the exhibitions, making a visit to the IKEA Museum even more exciting.<\/p>\n

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\n The Exhibitions <\/h3>\n
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The permanent exhibition at the IKEA Museum is divided into three parts: Our Roots, Our Story, and Your Stories. Visitors explore everyday life in Sm\u00e5land in the 19th century, Ingvar Kamprad\u2019s own upbringing on the Elmtaryd farm, and the transformation of Swedish society during the 20th century\u2014where the home and housing are central to visions and reforms. This ultimately leads to the story of a young boy\u2019s growing business venture.<\/p>\n

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It is the history of Sweden that is told, but of course also the history of IKEA as a company. The museum also shares stories of how IKEA furniture has actually been used\u2014and continues to be used\u2014in homes around the world.<\/p>\n

In addition, there is always a temporary exhibition, which changes twice a year. Read more about the exhibitions on the IKEA Museum website.<\/p>\n

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In the same building as the museum, you\u2019ll also find a shop and a restaurant. The shop offers museum-branded products and well-known classics to take home. The restaurant features a menu based on the famous Swedish meatballs, served with a modern twist.<\/p>\n

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Read more on the IKEA Museum\u2019s own website<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n

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\n Travel through the design districts <\/h2>\n

\n There are many myths about the people of Sm\u00e5land, s\u2026 <\/p>\n \n \n

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