The resources from the sea have always been important here in Øygarden. From fishing to farming to oil and gas.

Join a traditional wedding party in Øygarden. A beautiful bridal dress with an accompanying crown is the natural centre of the exhibition, but the guests and the party itself are also cordially present.

Fishing for your own dinner as well as for sale on the fish market in Bergen. Home fishing has long traditions on the islands by the sea, both as food and as a way of life.

When the outboard motor was made available, the coastal people were quick to make use of it. We have a collection of about 40 outboard motors that are on display, and they clearly show the historical evolution of this type of motor.