Egersund Fayancemuseum

About the museum

Egersund Fayancemuseum shows the history of Egersund Fayancefabrik, which was started in 1847 under the name Egersunds Potteri. The founder, Johan Feyer, had learned the potter's trade in Newcastle upon Tyne, and the factory quickly became Norway's largest producer of stoneware. For 132 years it supplied tableware for everyday use and for celebrations.

When the factory closed in 1979, Dalane Folkemuseum took over the archive and the object collection, and this became the core of the museum, which was established in 1986. In 2010 the museum moved into new premises at Fabrikkgaten 2, where the old factory had been.

The exhibitions show a selection of objects from the production and tell how the faience factory was a cornerstone of the town of Egersund. The museum also offers guided tours and creative activities such as “Lek med leire” (Playing with Clay) and decals (dekaler), and there is a shop at the reception.

Highlights

• Factory history from 1847 to 1979
• Large selection of stoneware and tableware from Egersund Fayancefabrik
• The activities “Lek med leire” (Playing with Clay) and decals
• Universal design throughout
• Museum shop at the reception

Permanent exhibition

• Egersund Fayancefabrik – Exhibition on the production, design, decoration and use of stoneware from the factory, and on the factory's importance for Egersund.

Founded

1986

Operated by

Dalane folkemuseum

Admission & discounts

Guided tours for groups and outside opening hours are booked in advance at a separate price.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The museum has implemented universal design for both access and presentation. It is on the first floor (andre etasje) of the Alti Eikunda shopping centre, with entry by stairs or lift at the south-western end of the centre. Dogs are not allowed inside.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Hands-on stations

The activities “Lek med leire” and decals for families and groups.

Getting there & parking

Amenities & dining

• Museum shop

Shop at the reception.

Events & venue rental

The museum hasn’t published any information on this.

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