Norwegian Mining Museum, Mining museum in Kongsberg, Norway.
Description
The Norwegian Mining Museum is housed in a former smelting building and displays mining equipment, silver specimens, and industrial artifacts across multiple exhibition halls. The collections document the technical and material history of silver extraction in the region.
History
Silver mining in Kongsberg began in 1629 and made the town an economic center for centuries. Operations ended in 1958 after the region lost its importance as a major silver source.
Culture
The museum shows what daily life was like for miners in Kongsberg through tools, medical instruments, and personal objects from underground work. These items tell the story of the people who shaped this town over centuries.
Practical
The site offers underground access to the King's Mine via a train ride that descends deep into the mountain and shows the mining area. Tours are available in several languages and help visitors understand the technical aspects of mining.
Did you know?
The collection includes about 330 native silver specimens from local mines that show the geological properties of the mining. This extensive collection is one of the most complete assemblies of this kind in Europe.
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