Fasilitet: theme exhibitions

Welcome to Eidsvoll 1814 – the cradle of Norwegian democracy

As the place where the Norwegian Constitution was drawn up and signed in 1814, Eidsvollsbygningen (Eidsvoll Manor House) is one of Norway’s most important national symbols.

 Today, the museum encompasses the house itself, along with ancillary buildings and surrounding park, the Democracy Centre Wergeland’s House, ticket sales and souvenir shop, the museum shop, Kafé Standpunkt with al fresco seating, and outdoor exhibitions.

Eidsvollsvollsbygningen

As the place where the Norwegian Constitution was drawn up and signed in 1814, Eidsvollsbygningen is one of Norway’s most important national symbols. The Constituent Assembly was made up of 112 delegates, who gathered here from 10 April to 20 May 1814. The Assembly declared Norway an independent nation, after more than 400 years of union with Denmark, gave the country a constitution and elected a king. The Constitution is dated 17 May 1814, which is celebrated as Norway’s national day.

In 1814 Eidsvollsbygningen was a private home belonging to the owner of Eidsvoll Ironworks. It is a beautiful example of neoclassical architecture, whose design draws inspiration from the ideals of antiquity, and it is unparalleled in Norway.

Guided tours in english every opening days at 12.30

Opening times:  http://eidsvoll1814.no/en/opening-tiems-guided-tours-and-fees

Wergelands Hus – Our visitors centre contains the exhibit “Citizens in a Living democracy”, emphasizing past and present stories of people committed to a cause, as well as other smaller changing exhibits inside and outside the house.  The centre is located only 50 m from the main building with nice outdoor surroundings.

Kafé Standpunkt  – is a modern coffeehouse inspired by the coffeehouse traditions that were established in Europe during the 17thcentury. In Madame Juels coffeehouse in Copenhagen the early thoughts of Norwegian independence were born, leading on to the events in 1814. Our coffeehouse offers tasty pastries, lunch and coffee in a modern interior which includes a small bookshop.

The coffeehouse is located in our visitors centre with a nice view to Eidsvollsbygningen as well as the river Andelva. Seats app 60 pax in side and 25 pax outside. 

Museums shop- Roomers say it’s one of the most pretty museum shops in Norway, with a charming athmosphere and helpful staff.  Planning the shop we wanted to bring the experience from the main building into the shop and its interiors as well as range of products.  No trolls here..

It was here, in this house "of unreasonable size" said by the owner Carsten Anker himself, that the Eidsvoll men were gathered for 6 hectic weeks in the spring of 1814, and wrote the Norwegian constitution.

The tour starts by train from Oslo to Eidsvoll and change to Bus 430 Eidsvoll to Eidsvoll Verk. Walk up to the museum at Eidsvoll1814.

Visit and guided tour of the Eidsvoll building , which arranges various themed tours throughout the year. The museum is open all year round and the tours are suitable for both adults and children. Experience the beautiful building and the beautiful interior and art, and at the same time learn the story of 1814 – the year in which Norway left the over 400-year-long "Danish era", in which we abolished absolutism, wrote the Norwegian Constitution, elected a king, lost a war, unionized with Sweden and got our third king of the year.

In Wergelands House/ Center of Democracy for youths the  focus is on getting you involved for democracy – simply "caring". All visitors receive their personal ID chip. By using this on scanners around the exhibition, you get to create a personal democratic profile. The story of the Eidsvoll men and the Constitution is conveyed through film and narrative in the "New National Hall"; a modern hall inspired by the original National Hall.

It is also possible to eat food with flavors from 1814 in Kafe Standpunkt  and an exciting selection of cakes and lunch dishes is served too. Continue onwards to Galleri Festiviteten on the other side of the river, a short walk away. In Festiviteten's historic buildings and pleasant surroundings, you can still feel the old industrial history, while attending art exhibitions and museums. Let yourself be immersed by a wide selection of handicrafts and jewellery or enjoy the café life in pleasant and family-friendly surroundings. Stallgården was Eidsvoll Verk Manor's stable and was built in 1909. The expo consist of the country's largest private carriage collection with nostalgic tubs and beautiful carriages. Open in the summer season from May to September.

Bus back to the station or stroll about 7 km through historical surroundings back to Eidsvoll Verk.

Make a visit to Wergelandshaugen Cultural Center where there is an open sculpture park, café and they arrange events for everyone. In the venerable Sorenskriverboligen from 1921 and the contemporary architecture in Kunstlåven from 2021, you get a journey into the history of architecture. You are invited to art experiences both outside and inside, with art in production and finished works. In the café, Amalies Garden, you can enjoy delicious food in inspiring surroundings and in the Magistrate's residence a guided tour can be booked. 

Return to Oslo by train, or even better – extend your stay with accommodation in the iconic WonderINN Culture Hub where there are 4 modern cabins for rent.