Founded in 1891 by Artur Hazelius, Swedish scholar and folklorist, Skansen was the first open air museum in Sweden, intended to display pre-industrial life around Sweden through historic structures. Many of the traditional buildings and homes at Skansen were moved from other parts of the country, with a few detailed replicas mixed in.
September 15, 2011
Hendersonville, North Carolina
This hands-on museum houses roughly 80 vintage pinball machines and arcade games.
Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix man has two yards full of vintage signs and antiques.
Everett, Washington
Three hangars filled with meticulously restored aircraft and armored vehicles.
Lakewood, Ohio
This antique shop features a large collection of ornaments amassed by an Ohio florist who helped decorate the White House for the holidays.
Neuhausen, Germany
Home to the world's largest collection of nutcrackers.
Las Vegas, Nevada
The most extravagant car collection features a Batmobile, Liberace's mirror ball-ed Rolls Royce, and a stunt car from 'The Fast and the Furious.'
Framingham, Massachusetts
The largest collection of works by a pioneering Black woman sculptor is on display at this Massachusetts art museum.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
A medley of objects that represent Argentine culture, from cars to toys.
