Sunnhordlandstunet is beautifully situated in Vidsteenparken in Leirvik. It features fascinating exhibitions and an impressive museum courtyard with cultural and historical buildings from all over Sunnhordland. Among these are the protected building Ådlandsstova, a smokehouse from the 1500s, a glass and timber house from the 1700s, as well as a blacksmith's shop, cookhouse, general store, and barn. The park and courtyard are always open to the public.
The museum also includes Møllebua mill store by the church, Hauglandskverna mill, and Stampa in Vikabekkjen.
During the summer season, there are daily guided tours on the farm. Otherwise, you can contact the museum to arrange a tour.
Exhibitions at Sunnhordlandstunet
It started with the herring (Det starta med silda)
This exhibition illustrates the significance of the fishing industry for the development of industry and maritime business in Sunnhordland from 1900 to the present, with a particular focus on herring.
Textile exhibition
In the textile exhibition at Sunnhordlandstunet, you will find looms, traditional folk costumes, decorative breast cloths, and other bunad (national costume) accessories from Sunnhordland. Additionally, an upright loom with a warp is on display, along with many beautiful wooden warp-weighted looms. Here, you can try your hand at both band weaving and wool carding.
Opening hours
Tuesday – Friday: 11:00 – 15:00.
During the summer season: see updates on the web page of Sunnhordland Museum.
Public events in the afternoons, evenings, and weekends are announced on the museum's website and social media.
