Explore Grødalandstunet: A journey through time and tradition
The Old House (Gamlehuset): A time capsule from the 1800s
Take a step back in time at Grødalandstunet, a charming farmstead with houses from the 18th and 19th centuries. Gamlehuset, with its oldest part dating from 1715, gives you an authentic experience of life in the mid-1800s. Explore the rooms as they were then, with the living room and arch on either side of the kitchen and the sitting room. Discover traces of the stranded ship's timbers and the "sitoga", the characteristic roof that extends further down at the back.
Torehuset: Changes and family traditions
Torehuset, built in 1830, is a clear example of how the typical Jærhus (house from Jæren) has evolved. Experience the changes from the "sitoga" structure to new room arrangements. Through the inscription on the wall, dated 1831, learn about the history of Tore Toreson and Ingeborg Jensdotter Grødaland. Explore the arch chamber, the kitchen with wooden floors and a wood-burning stove, and discover how the use of the rooms has evolved.
The barns: Ship elements and reconstruction
Experience the characteristic gate-built barns, where ship elements such as masts, pipes and deck beams are evident. Despite storm damage in 1969, the oldest barn was reconstructed by Rogaland Folkemuseum. Note the details of the framework structures, which testify to the maritime influence on the farm. Explore the restored barn, which provides a glimpse into the history of farming.
