Top 10 History Museums in Akershus, Eastern Norway

BÆRUMS VERK In 1610, Paul Smelter was given the King’s commission to set up a melting house, and the first smelting furnace in the country was built here. During the ironwork’s heyday, everything from cannon balls and cannons to bar iron were produced. Later items, such as ovens, hardware and machine parts gradually became the mainstays of production. Amongst others, Bærums Verk was owned by Norwegians first Prime Minister, Peder Anker, and the Works proved quite important for Norway during the Nordic war. Today we welcome you to these unique surroundings from the 1600’s industrial era. We offer you about 50 shops, craftsmen, workshops, galleries and eating establishments. Shopping, craftsmanship, history and culture are intertwined to give you exciting cultural and social experiences. We offer glassblowing, blacksmiths, galleries, handmade-designs, a museum that houses a unique collection of antique cast-iron ovens, contemporary sculptures and a modern mall. WELCOME TO BÆRUMS VERK

Fetsund lenser Experience the national cultural heritage site of the only timber boom facility in Norway. Learn about the work and life of the once largest industries in Norway’s history. Situated outside Fetsund in the river Glomma, the facility spans 2.5 km with exhibits and historical buildings spread across. With full access to the water based facility you have the option of “walking on water” on the floating paths used by thousands every year. The museum café serves its signature fishburger made from pike and you can find local souvenirs in the museum shop. Arranging your next group meeting or event is possible in these historical surroundings. Wetlands visitor center Nordre Øyeren Situated in near vicinity to Fetsund lenser and the nature reserve Nordre Øyeren, the wetland visitor center offers exciting and family friendly exhibits and activities about the local fauna and flora. Open every weekend of the year and free entrance, this is a popular destination for thousands yearly. Outside the center is a small island, Blikomøya, where you can explore and enjoy yourself with a fire pit and nature trail. You can also find a café and a small shop in the center with nature related products.

Oscarsborg museum offers exhibitions and guided tours all year around. It is located in the main Fortress at Oscarsborg, which played a key role during the nazist's invasion on April 9th 1940. Today Oscarsborg is a popular destination for families and others, due to the history, the beautiful scenery, art galleries, restaurants, concerts and the close location to the nice little city Drøbak.

Engineerium is an interactive technology and science center located at Fornebu in Baerum, just outside Oslo. Learn more about the history of the Aker companies and the adventure of oil and gas in Norway. Explore science phenomena in theory and real life, models of big platforms and tiny pieces of equipment. Play and learn about different energy sources, and test your knowledge among our 37 interactive installations. Use us for everything from school visits, family outings and birthday parties to team buldings and marketing events! Our second floor holds conference facilities, including seven meeting room and is available for events and meetings. The bus stop Fornebuparken is just outside the building, and there is a parking garage in our basement. See our website for opening hours.