Handwerksmuseum Ovelgönne, Craft museum in Ovelgönne, Germany.
Handwerksmuseum Ovelgönne is a craft museum in the northern German village of Ovelgönne with collections of tools and equipment from various trades including blacksmithing, shoemaking, woodworking, weaving, and saddle-making. The exhibits span several centuries of craftsmanship and show how these different occupations worked over time.
The museum building was constructed in 1773 as a residence and reflects the characteristic architecture of an Oldenburg gabled house. The collection focuses on documenting craft techniques that were practiced in this region across several centuries.
The museum shows how craft trades were passed down through generations and how people once worked in their daily occupations. The displayed tools and workspaces tell stories of a life that depended entirely on skill and experience.
The museum is located in the town center and is mainly open for visitors on weekends. For group visits during the week, advance notice should be given and current opening times confirmed beforehand.
The museum operates a separate blacksmith workshop in an adjacent building where temporary exhibitions are held throughout the year. This functioning workshop allows visitors to experience craft techniques directly.
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