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Since 1901 the Valdres Folk Museum has acted as a sounding board to the saga of life in the old days. The museum's collection provides important bits and pieces for the writing of history but has just as much value as a bridge to the country of the past, a holy place for people seeking their roots or explanations of their own identity. Valdres Museum of Folk Art and Culture aims to help people explain historical connections but it also aims to help them make links to this country of the past – that we do not know, understand or can explain.
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Valdres Museum was founded on 10 March, 1901, in a rush of patriotism, cultural pride and optimism. Behind the foundation lay the idea of what a greater awareness of the past might mean for the future of the people of Valdres. Since 1901 the museum has acted as a sounding board to the saga of life in the old days. The collection provides important bits and pieces for the writing of history but has just as much value as a bridge to the country of the past, a holy place for people seeking their roots or explanations of their own identity.
The large outdoor museum area shows farm buildings and other historical buildings and environments from the Valdres area.
We offer eventful and varied guided tours in our exhibitions, with possibility of tailor-making to the visitor's needs.
The museum shop has a large selection of merchandise, including books, arts and crafts.
The museum also hosts an award-winning café, Munkekroen. Combine your visit with a tasty meal based on local produce here.