Experience history at Dragør Harbour

Step into Dragør’s living cultural heritage and experience history where it actually happened. The museum tells fascinating stories about maritime life, everyday life and a town shaped by proud traditions.

Discover the past in one of the town’s oldest houses

Located in one of Dragør’s oldest houses from 1753, Dragør Museum combines historic surroundings with modern exhibitions designed to engage visitors of all ages.

Can you catch the most herrings on the interactive medieval Dragør screen – or safely navigate a merchant ship across the world’s oceans?

Art and cultural heritage

At Dragør Museum, visitors can admire works by prominent local painters portraying the old maritime town, as well as an exhibition about Johan Blichmann, the 18th-century master builder who helped shape Dragør into the beautiful town we know today.

Old skipper’s rooms

Explore restored skipper’s rooms recreated from some of the town’s oldest homes and discover what everyday life looked like in Dragør centuries ago.

The maritime town of Dragør

On the museum’s first floor, themed exhibitions such as The Maritime Town of Dragør, Life at Home and Dragør at War unfold the fascinating history of this centuries-old coastal town through remarkable historical artefacts.

Local identity on Amager

The first floor also features beautiful paintings by C.W. Eckersberg and Peter Carlsen’s modern interpretation of local identity on Amager in the artwork Amager 2019. There truly is something for every taste.

A fun and educational experience

Dragør Museum may seem modest from the outside, but once inside you’ll discover an engaging and memorable museum experience. Finish your visit with a stroll through the picturesque old town and harbour, where the town’s history comes alive.