The distinctive glass façade of Kulturhuset fronts the southern side of Sergels Torg. The winning entry in a Nordic architectural competition, Kulturhuset has become a symbol of Swedish Modernism. It was designed by Peter Celsing and opened in 1974.

Refurbished to meet the needs of the new millennium, the complex contains three galleries which mount regularly changing exhibitions. In the auditorium, a varied programme of music, dance, drama and lectures is presented. The centre known as Kilen stages an art form which is a cross between drama, stand-up comedy, installation art and dance.

In the Children’s Room, youngsters can read books, draw pictures, listen to stores or watch films. Lava focuses on youth culture nationwide. There is a library for fans of strip cartoons and reading rooms providing international newspapers and magazines.