The Workers Museum

About

The Workers Museum in Copenhagen offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of Danish working-class families, primarily focusing on the period from the late 19th century to the 1970s. You can step back in time and explore authentic recreations of homes and workplaces, providing a vivid understanding of their daily lives, social conditions, and the development of the Danish labor movement. Key tourist highlights include visiting the Sørensen family's apartment, an authentic home showcasing working-class life around 1915. Explore the exhibition on the 1950s, where you can stroll down a recreated high street and visit a typical working-class home and coffee bar of the era. The museum also delves into the history of industrial work, using the Carlsberg brewery as an example, and highlights the struggles for better working conditions. Don't miss the Banquet Hall, the first assembly hall of the Danish labor movement, beautifully restored to its original 1879 appearance. The Children's Workers Museum offers an interactive experience for families, allowing kids to try out historical roles like a delivery boy or brewery worker. You can also learn about the broader history of the labor movement and its impact on the development of the Danish welfare state. The museum often hosts temporary exhibitions exploring various aspects of social history and activism.

Copenhagen Denmark

Location

The Workers Museum is located at Rømersgade 22, 1362 København, Denmark. Nearby attractions include Rosenborg Castle, a Dutch Renaissance palace housing the Danish crown jewels, and Kastellet, a 17th-century star-shaped fortress. You can also visit The War Museum, which features a large weaponry collection, and Thorvaldsens Museum, a canalside museum built around the neoclassical sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen's burial place.