Step Inside the Reimagined Polmanarkivet

A year in the making, we are proud to share the reimagined Polmanarkivet with a new platform, memberships, a refreshed identity, and more. Dive in and read about all the new exciting features.

Rediscovering Jürgen Polman the Elder's Obscure Portrait

For over 50 years, this 17th-century portrait of the family patriarch has remained hidden — until now. Polmanarkivet unearthed this important artwork and invites you to explore its origins and the story of how it was rediscovered.

A Look at Our First Acquisition

We are proud to announce our first-ever physical acquisition, a collection of 18th and 17th-century manuscripts related to the Pohlmann family from Hille, where the family originated. This collection is not just an addition to our archives, but a tangible link to the very roots of the family tree.

Donate

Your support makes the work of Polmanarkivet possible, from research and conservation to keeping the lights on. Consider a one-off donation or donating an object for the collection.

Financial gift

We rely on the many generous contributions from individuals and organisations worldwide. Support us by making a one-off donation. Your contribution will go toward item acquisition and conservation, research, education, or manuscript transcription and translation.

Donate

Donate an object

Consider donating items or objects for the collection. We might be able to accept smaller physical objects. For physical objects meant for permanent display, we can make recommendations for your donation.

More ways to support us

Become a member

Memberships are subscriptions that unlock extra content, a Members’ newsletter, and other exclusive material all while supporting us to further our research.

Volunteer

We're always looking for people to volunteer their time and expertise. If you have experience with family research, curation or archives, manuscript translation, or heraldry, we'd love to hear from you. With your help, we can add to our collections and ensure they are accessible to everyone.

Partnerships

Partnerships provide an opportunity to explore different perspectives on history and new narratives about the people who have shaped Sweden's past. We're interested in both short-term and long-term partnerships that deepen our understanding of the collections and the people they represent. Learn more about partnerships.

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