Kreativum Science Center

What Kreativum Science Center does

Kreativum Science Center (legal entity Kreativum i Blekinge AB, org. no. 556545-4989) is an interactive science discovery center located in Karlshamn, Blekinge, Sweden. Founded on 28 May 1999, it operates from a renovated 1898 cotton mill ('Nya Spinneriet') on Strömmavägen 28, owned by the Municipality of Karlshamn under a collaboration agreement valid through 31 December 2027. The center serves families, school groups (preschool through high school), corporate conference clients, and tourists, offering hands-on science exhibits, an 11-meter Kreanova dome theater, the seasonal outdoor Kreapark, and themed workshops.

The core product portfolio centers on Kreanova, a 62-seat dome theater (plus 2 wheelchair-accessible seats) with 160° field of view, powered by dual 4K Sony GTZ 380 laser projectors and SkyExplorer planetarium software from RSA Cosmos. Kreapark provides outdoor water play, a JA37 Viggen aircraft simulator, and balance courses from May through September. Interactive learning stations span astronomy, reaction/kinetic energy, senses and illusions, water experiments, forest and sustainability, collaboration, and brain-teaser puzzles. Auxiliary offerings include school programs aligned with Swedish curriculum, conference and team-building facilities, children's birthday party packages (255-295 SEK per child), a curiosity gift shop, and a café.

Revenue is generated through diversified streams: per-visitor entrance tickets (185-925 SEK online; higher on-site), Kreanova dome showings (55 SEK per viewing), subscription-based membership cards (530 SEK for 12 months direct or 59 SEK/month; 99 SEK/month for 6 months), conference bookings, birthday parties, retail, and café sales. The center operates cashless and relies on a broad partner discount network including Saab, Combitech, Sparbanken, DFDS, Øresundsbron, Camping Key Europe, and several regional hotels. Distribution is direct-to-consumer through the EntryEvent online ticket shop and on-site sales, with Blekingetrafiken bus route 2 providing physical access. Scheduled pricing changes effective 22 June 2026 signal ongoing revenue optimization.

Name

Kreativum Science Center

Legal name

Kreativum i Blekinge AB

Website

https://kreativum.se

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Kreativum Science Center is a municipally owned interactive science discovery center in Karlshamn, Sweden, serving families, schools, and corporate clients with hands-on exhibits, an 11-meter dome theater, and outdoor science park experiences.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Science Centers

NAICS

Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions (7121), Museums (712110), Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions (712), Museums (71211)

SIC

Services-Motion Picture Theaters (7830)

akta.pro primary industry

Science & Technology Museums (THAJADAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hands-on Science Exploration & Experiments (Lab Kits, Science Clubs) (EDAMABAA), Conference Centers & Dedicated Meeting Venues (THAHAAAB), Workshops, Webinars & Live Masterclasses (MPACALAD)

Keywords

• Interactive science center
• STEM education programs
• Planetarium dome theater
• Children's science exhibits
• School field trip programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Karlshamn

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Entrance Tickets: Entry fees for individual and group visitors, with tiered pricing for 1-5 visitors and senior discounts
2. Membership Cards: Monthly subscription (6 months at 99kr/month or 12 months at 59kr/month) or one-time payment (530kr for 12 months), with unlimited visits and 10% discount on purchases
3. Kreanova Dome Theater: Additional ticket sales for planetarium/dome theater showings at 55kr per viewing
4. Conference Facilities: Corporate conference and event bookings with team building activities and unique meeting environments
5. Children's Birthday Parties: Party packages with menus (255-295 SEK per child) including entrance, food, drinks, ice cream, and gifts
6. Retail Shop: Sale of curiosity toys, puzzles, books, and creative building sets with 10% discount for members
7. Café Sales: Food and beverage sales including pastries, pancakes, sandwiches, hot dogs, coffee, and ice cream

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Kreativum Science Center operates a hands-on interactive discovery center in Karlshamn, Sweden, where visitors explore themed science stations and watch film screenings in the Kreanova dome theater (an 11-meter spherical digital planetarium). The center complements indoor exhibits with the seasonal Kreapark outdoor facility, and delivers paid school programs, corporate conferences, children's birthday party packages, an on-site café and a curiosity retail shop, supported by 6- and 12-month membership cards.

Product overview

Kreativum Science Center operates as an interactive discovery center offering hands-on science and technology experiences. The core product portfolio centers on Kreanova, an 11-meter dome theater functioning as both cinema and digital planetarium, complemented by Kreapark, an outdoor seasonal park with water activities and science experiments. The center features multiple interactive learning stations covering astronomy, reaction testing, sensory illusions, water play, forest sustainability, and collaborative challenges. Additional offerings include school programs aligned with curriculum, conference facilities for corporate events, children's birthday party packages with themed menus, a curiosity gift shop, café services, and membership cards. The center also runs seasonal events such as fossil hunting workshops. This is a visitor services operation rather than a software product.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Kreanova Dome Theater (Kreanova Domebiograf) An 11-meter diameter spherical screen running SkyExplorer software from RSA Cosmos with two 4K Sony GTZ 380 laser projectors and a 160° field of view; functions as both a cinema for film screenings and a digital planetarium for guided tours of the universe. Includes 62 seats plus 2 wheelchair-accessible spots. Sold as part of the entry ticket (one viewing included) or as a 55 SEK standalone viewing per person. Designed for families, school groups and corporate conference attendees.
• Kreapark Outdoor Park Outdoor science and play park on an island and peninsula in the River Mie, open May through September. Includes water fountains, rope-powered rafts, balance courses, resonance swings, a JA37 Viggen aircraft simulator, solar and hydropower energy stations and a water-play area. Aimed at families and visitors seeking outdoor science experiences.
• Interactive Learning Stations (Temastationer) Multiple indoor theme areas including Astronomy (stars and planets observation), Reaction & Kinetic Energy (reaction testing wall and duel stations), Senses & Illusions (optical illusions and face mix tests), Waterland (radio-controlled boats and soap bubble exploration), Forest & Sustainability (paper-making and ocean cleanup games), Collaboration Stations (build by instruction, Four Lines, Code Mission Room) and Brain Teaser Puzzles. Designed for families and school groups of all ages.
• School Programs (Skolprogram) Educational programs for preschool through high school that complement theoretical natural science and technology education by connecting directly to curriculum requirements and providing hands-on experiments and activities. Bought by schools and preschools, typically booked per class or group visit.
• Conference Facilities (Konferens) Conference and meeting venues with creative environments and innovative atmosphere for business meetings, kick-offs and team-building activities. Includes teambuilding exercises, dome theater experiences and customized conference packages. Served at the booking line 0454-56 39 76 and [email protected]. Targeted at companies and organisations.
• Children's Birthday Parties (Barnkalas) Party packages lasting up to 5 hours with food selection (hot dog, pancake, or hamburger menus), drinks, ice cream, gift bags and full access to Kreativum's interactive stations. Six menu options ranging from 255-295 SEK per child with 10% discount for membership card holders. Designed for families organising children's birthdays.
• Membership Card (Medlemskort) Subscription-based membership card offering unlimited visits during the validity period, 10% discount in the shop and café, and 10% discount on children's parties and special events. Three variants: Member 6 months (99 SEK/month), Member 12 months (59 SEK/month), and Member direct (530 SEK one-time payment). For families and frequent visitors.
• Gift Shop (Butik) Curiosity shop offering puzzles, books for all ages, creative building sets, experimental kits, three-dimensional puzzles, gift cards and membership cards. Open when Kreativum is open and visitable without an entrance ticket. Members receive a 10% discount.
• On-site Café On-site café serving homemade pastries, organic pancakes, sandwiches, salads, hot dogs, hamburgers, brewed coffee, espresso, latte, cappuccino, ice cream and beverages. Opens when Kreativum opens and closes 30 minutes before closing. Members receive a 10% discount; dedicated café line 0454-56 39 57.
• Fossil Hunt and Fossil Expert Workshops (Fossiljakt / Fossilexpert) Summer paleontological activity offering drop-in 'Prova-på' fossil sessions (15-20 minutes) and 2-hour 'Fossilexpert' workshops led by fossil expert Filip, run in collaboration with Havsdrakarnas hus. Participants handle fossils including cephalopod remains, oyster shells, shark teeth, fish bones and occasionally pterosaur and mosasaur fossils. Aimed at visitors aged 4+, with workshop capacity capped at 20 participants. Priced at 190 SEK per person with a member rate of 171 SEK.

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Municipality of KarlshamncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKreativum Science Center is owned by the Municipality of Karlshamn. The municipality provides ongoing support and has signed a collaboration agreement through 31 December 2027 providing free entry for residents during school holidays.
• Karlshamns kommuncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFree entry partnership for municipality residents during school holidays (sommarlov 2026: 22 June - 16 August + 20-23 August). Agreement valid through 31 December 2027.
• Swedish Association of Science Centers (SSC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry organization representing, promoting, and developing science centers in Sweden. Fosters interest in natural sciences, technology, and mathematics among children, youth, and public.
• Sparbanken i KarlshamnminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDiscount on entrance fees for debit card holders. Valid 14 February 2025 - 4 January 2026.
• SaabminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDiscount on entrance fees for Saab ID badge holders. Valid 6 January 2025 - 4 January 2026.
• CombitechminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDiscount on entrance fees for Combitech ID badge holders.
• Danske TorpareminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDiscount on entrance fees for Danske Torpare membership card holders.
• DFDSminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDiscount on entrance fees for DFDS ticket or travel card holders. Ferries from Klaipeda, Lithuania to Karlshamn.
• ØresundsbronminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDiscount coupon in Øresundsbron app for entrance fee reduction.
• Camping Key Europe (SCR)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerDiscount on entrance fees for Camping Key Europe membership card holders at partnered campgrounds.
• Best Western Hotell KarlshamnminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHotel guests receive discount on entrance fees. Bookings made through hotel.
• Hotel CarlshamnminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGuests receive discount on entrance fees. Family packages available.
• First Hotel OlofströmminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGuests receive discount on entrance fees when booking through hotel.
• Kolleviks CampingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCampers receive discount on entrance fees with Camping Key Europe ID.
• BlekingetrafikenminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPublic bus service connecting central Karlshamn to Kreativum. Route 2 operates Monday-Friday.
• Havsdrakarnas husminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFossil expert Filip from Havsdrakarnas hus leads Fossil Expert workshops at Kreativum during summer. Collaboration for paleontological experiences.
• Karlshamns EnergiminorOthersElectric vehicle charging station with 4 charging points near entrance. Station owned by Karlshamns Energi.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Havsdrakarnas hus: Smaller Swedish museum/attraction focused on marine fossils and paleontology. Comparable as a Swedish regional museum offering hands-on science experiences with ticket sales and school programming; relevant because they partner with Kreativum for fossil-hunt workshops, indicating partial content and audience overlap.

Broad incumbents

• Experimentarium: Large-scale Danish science center in Copenhagen with hands-on exhibits, dome theater, and themed programming. Comparable as a Nordic family-focused interactive science venue with dome/IMAX-style theater and subscription-based revenue model, but operating at much higher visitor scale.
• Tekniska Museet: Sweden's national museum of science and technology in Stockholm, offering exhibits, programs, and events. Comparable as a science museum serving Swedish families and school groups, but operating at national scale with broader portfolio and significantly larger visitor base.
• Universeum: Major public science center in Gothenburg combining aquarium, rainforest, and hands-on exhibits. Comparable as a Swedish science discovery destination targeting families and schools, but at a substantially larger scale with broader programming and higher visitor throughput.
• Science Centre Singapore: Major Asian science center with interactive exhibits, dome theater, and curriculum-linked school programs. Comparable as a multi-experience science center with dome theater (similar to Kreanova), school programming, and multi-revenue streams, though operating at national/international visitor scale.
• NEMO Science Museum: Major Dutch science center in Amsterdam with hands-on exhibits, rooftop demonstrations, and school programming. Comparable as a European family and school-targeted science discovery venue with multi-revenue-stream model including ticket sales, membership, and events.

Direct peers

• Tom Tits Experiment: Family-focused interactive science center in Södertälje, Sweden, offering hands-on STEM exhibits and experiments across multiple age groups. Directly comparable as a Swedish regional science discovery center targeting families and school groups with similar exhibit-based, ticket-and-membership revenue model.
• Vetenskapens Hus (House of Science): Swedish science center offering hands-on experiments and STEM learning for families and school groups. Comparable as a Nordic hands-on science center with school program focus and similar revenue mix from ticket sales and group bookings.
• Curiosum Science Center: University-affiliated science center at Umeå University offering hands-on experiments, school programs, and public engagement. Comparable as a Swedish regional science center with school-curriculum-linked programming and family leisure offerings, though university-owned rather than municipally owned.

Regional players

• Bror Hjorths Hus: Regional Swedish museum/cultural venue combining arts and science themes in Uppsala. Comparable as a Swedish municipal/regional museum with hands-on family programming, but with an art-focus that differs from Kreativum's STEM orientation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/kreativum
• Instagraminstagram.com/kreativum

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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