The Machine House
A building reborn
On the surface, just above the mine’s dark shafts, stands a remarkable building. The old Machine House – built more than a hundred years ago to power the mine’s machinery – fell silent when the mine closed in 1968.
For decades it slowly deteriorated, abandoned but still loved by the villagers who knew what heritage rested within its walls.
When the restoration began, history came alive once again. Layers of decay were carefully removed, revealing a proud industrial building with its original character preserved. With support from the County Administrative Board and the EU, the Machine House was rebuilt according to its original drawings – a cultural heritage saved for the future.
Today, light, music and voices flow through what once lay dormant. The Machine House has once again become a meeting place – where the history of the area continues to live on, in a new form.
A Place to Gather – for People, Ideas and Celebrations
The Machine House is created to be used. To be filled with life, movement and meaningful meetings. What was once the industrial heart of the mine is now a flexible and atmospheric venue for both small and large occasions.
Perfect for:
Weddings & Celebrations
Industrial character, high ceilings and natural light create a magical setting.
Corporate Events & Conferences
A unique environment with strong personality – ideal when you want to gather colleagues, clients or partners.
Markets, Exhibitions & Product Launches
An inspiring space where local businesses can meet a wider audience.
Associations & Cultural Activities
A natural meeting place for annual meetings, activity days and cultural events.
School Visits & Learning
A cultural-historical environment that offers students an experience beyond the ordinary.
The Machine House is, quite simply, a place where people meet – across generations, interests and contexts – and where new traditions are born.
Facts about the Machine House
Age:
More than 100 years old, built in the early 1900s.
History:
Used for the mine’s machinery until its closure in 1968. After that, the building stood unused and gradually deteriorated.
Restoration:
Rebuilt according to original drawings in 2023–2024 with support from the County Administrative Board and the EU.
Purpose Today:
A meeting place for companies, associations, schools and private individuals.
An arena for culture, community and local enterprise.
A preserved industrial environment telling the story of the mine – and of the future of Tuna-Hästberg.
Areas of Use:
- Events & celebrations
- Conferences & corporate days
- Markets & exhibitions
- Association activities
- School arrangements