Anholt Museum
Small local museum in the former doctor's house of 1867 on the Kattegat island of Anholt, with photographs, everyday objects, and island history.
About the museum
The island of Anholt lies in the middle of the Kattegat. In 1985 islanders founded a local history and archive association, which in 1992 bought the former doctor's house of 1867 in Anholt By to set up a museum in it. The house was badly dilapidated and has been gradually restored since then, with respect for its original character.
Changing displays are shown with furniture, tools, traditional costumes, and photographs from the lives of the islanders; an extensive collection of photos and newspaper clippings is open to all visitors, and old films can be watched. Among the curiosities are objects from a Satanic cult that were found on the island. In the courtyard there is an exhibition on the natural history of Anholt, and in the rear building a presentation on the Stone Age on the island, when the area was still connected to Jutland.
Other themes include fishing, seafaring, and lighthouse service, as well as the British occupation of the island from 1809 to 1814. The association also received the island's old lifeboat, which was in service from 1919 to 1969. A small local archive is attached to the museum.
Highlights
- Former doctor's house of 1867 in Anholt By
- Photos, traditional costumes, and tools from island life
- Natural history of the island in the museum courtyard
- Stone Age finds on Anholt
- Curious finds from a Satanic cult
Permanent exhibitions
- Anholts Naturhistorie – Exhibition by Niels Schrøder in the museum courtyard about the nature and landscape of the island.
- Founded
- 1992
- Operated by
- Anholt Lokalhistoriske Arkiv & Museum (Verein)
Admission & discounts
| Adults | DKK 30 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | DKK 15Teenagers aged 15 to 18 |
| Children & teens | DKK 15free up to age 14 · Children free, DKK 15 for teenagers aged 15 to 18. |
Members of the museum association have free admission (membership DKK 125 for individuals, DKK 175 for couples). Payment also by MobilePay.
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Getting there & parking
By public transit
Ferry Anholtfærgen from Grenaa (crossing about three hours); also scheduled flights by Copenhagen Airtaxi from Roskilde and Læsø.
The museum is centrally located in Anholt By in the island's interior. In peak season, booking the ferry early is recommended; with your own boat, the marina Anholt Havn can be reached.
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