Eidsvollsbygningen, Manor house in Eidsvoll Municipality, Norway
Eidsvollsbygningen is a two-story manor house with neoclassical architecture, white walls, large windows, and a symmetrical facade overlooking a maintained garden. The building houses a museum displaying original furniture, tapestries, and household items from the early 1800s.
This site became famous in 1814 when the Norwegian Constitution was drafted and signed here. The document signified an end to 400 years of Danish rule and marked a turning point in Norway's independence.
The rooms display furniture and household items from the early 1800s that show how prosperous Norwegian families lived at that time. Walking through the spaces reveals the tastes and daily habits of the wealthy class during that era.
The manor is open to visitors on weekdays and weekends with guided tours available throughout the day. Check opening hours in advance and plan your visit accordingly, as the building can get busy during peak seasons.
When restoration work took place in 2014, workers uncovered hidden architectural elements and original materials that confirmed historical records. These discoveries helped clarify how the building was constructed and furnished when it was first built.
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