Glomdalsmuseet, Open-air museum in Elverum, Norway
Glomdalsmuseet is an open-air museum in Elverum displaying more than 90 historic buildings from different periods that show how people lived in the Glomma valley region. The structures range from simple farmhouses to craft workshops and reveal the details of daily life across several centuries.
The museum was founded in 1911 and preserves buildings dating from 1612 to 1940. This span covers several important periods of Norwegian building traditions and ways of life.
The exhibition Latjo Drom shares the story of Norwegian Romani people through objects, photographs, and personal accounts from community members. This perspective highlights a part of Norwegian society that visitors often do not encounter elsewhere.
The site is large and best explored on foot, so sturdy shoes are recommended for walking the grounds. In summer, a small cafe serves traditional refreshments, and staff can guide you through the buildings and explain what you see.
During summer months, visitors can feed animals and watch craftspeople demonstrating traditional techniques and practices. These hands-on activities bring to life the daily work and animal care that people once relied on.
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