Museums in Horsens
The museums in Horsens tell a story about the town, and how it developed into a town of culture. From ancient times to the Industrial Revolution and modern day.
Immerse yourself in the history of the host city of the Thomas & Uber Cup 2026
Horsens is one of the oldest cities in Denmark, and a great way to learn more about Horsens is by visiting the four local museums.
You can get free access to the museums in Horsens during the Thomas & Uber Cup by presenting your accreditation badge.
Note that the museums are closed on Mondays.
The Prison Museum
At the Prison Museum in the old Horsens State Penitentiary, you can experience what it was like to be either imprisoned or employed in the prison system throughout the years. The museum has won awards for its exciting and engaging way of disseminating knowledge and facts – it is worth a visit for people of all ages!
The Industrial Museum
At the Industrial Museum, you can breathe it in and experience it up close. This fascinating museum tells the compelling story of how Denmark’s industrial and welfare society developed – and how people lived through it all. And it is a museum for everyone, because it tells the story of life itself.
Horsens Art Museum
With its impressive collection of contemporary Danish art by the greatest contemporary artists, Horsens Art Museum will undoubtedly be a great experience – regardless of whether you love art or the world of art is an undiscovered territory for you.
Horsens Museum
Be captivated by the exciting local history in this museum of cultural history. Gain knowledge about Horsens through three centuries and explore the countless archaeological discoveries and learn more about the much-loved son of Horsens Vitus Bering.