Stein skole, museum in Nes, Norway
Stein skole is a schoolhouse in Nes that has stood since 1912 and functions today as a museum. Its walls are covered with colorful paintings by artists such as Reidar Aulie and Henrik Sørensen from the 1930s, depicting stories and scenes from nature.
The school was built in 1912 and replaced an older schoolhouse from 1852 called Gamleskolen. In the 1930s, school leaders Erling Elverhøi and Ingeborg Refling Hagen invited well-known Norwegian artists to decorate the interior walls with artwork.
The school served the community as a place where art and learning intertwined in daily life. The painted walls and stories visible in the classrooms show how creativity shaped how children experienced school and helped them explore their imagination.
Visitors can explore the school on their own or join guided tours to learn more about its history and artwork. A nearby cafe and small gallery provide a chance to relax in calm surroundings after the visit.
A painting on a classroom wall depicts the poet Henrik Wergeland on horseback scattering flowers behind him. This striking image connects visitors to the literary traditions of the region and to a key figure in Norwegian cultural history.
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