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in a Press release Skansen writes that after the Prime Minister’s clear message about tighter restrictions, they could see no choice but to take responsibility and shut down their operations completely.
CEO John Brattmyhr says the decision to close Skansen now seems difficult but correct.
– We are in an extremely serious financial situation in which we fight for our survival. In the past, we made the assessment that we can be open because we are an open-air museum, while limiting the number of visitors and adapting our business to be safe for our guests. But when we now see development going in the wrong direction, and in combination with the government’s clear message this week, we believe we should shut down to further contribute to reducing the spread of infection and a safe society for all, says John Brattmyhr. in the press release.
Has been open despite the pandemic
Despite the corona pandemic, Skansen has been able to stay open because it is an open-air stadium and restrictions have been maintained. This, as well as the financial state support that Skansen has received during the year, has enabled the park to survive. But that’s not enough in the long run, they write.
– We must survive here and now, but at the same time we must be more innovative than ever to develop our offer to guests and generate new income. The challenge of reorganizing the business at the same time that employees are being laid off and that there are no basic financial conditions for development is extremely difficult to solve, says John Brattmyhr.
