Museum of Medical History
About This Museum
Tucked away in the academic heart of Uppsala, the Museum of Medical History feels less like a sterile institution and more like a time capsule dedicated to the often-brutal, always-fascinating world of healing. It’s a place where you can almost smell the ether and hear the ghosts of medical pioneers debating in its halls. The collections are deeply personal, telling stories of both doctor and patient through an astonishing array of objects. You leave not just informed, but with a profound appreciation for how far we've come.
Collection Highlights
Look for the formidable 18th-century amputation kit, complete with its ominous saws, and a surprisingly beautiful collection of hand-blown glass eyes that stare back at you from their cases. Don't miss the recreated pharmacy from a bygone era, its shelves lined with ornate ceramic jars that once held mysterious remedies.
Visitor Information
It's compact enough to explore in an hour or so, making it a perfect cultural detour between other sights. Be prepared for some exhibits to be labeled in Swedish only, but that almost adds to the immersive, authentic feel of the place.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a classic Uppsala building of warm yellow brick, it has the dignified, slightly austere air of an old academic institute, which is exactly what it was.
Contact & Location
Address: Medicinhistoriska museet, 8, Eva Lagerwalls väg, Ulleråker, Uppsala, Uppsala kommun, Uppsala län, 756 43, Sverige
Phone: +46 18 611 26 10
Website: Visit Website
