Jøssingfjord Science Museum – nature, people and technology

Opened June 21, 2024! In the middle of the majestic landscape of Jøssingfjord - where nature, people and technology meet - stands the magnificent Jøssingfjord Science Museum, close to historic Helleren.

The science museum makes visible the connection between the place's nature, people and technology, and particularly aims to arouse interest in science among children and young people. The Science Museum is the only one of its kind in Norway with a focus on the connection between geology and mining. The starting point is Dalane's unique geology and the region's many years of quarrying.

Mining operations

Dalane has a characteristic landscape. The narrow mountains between Egersund and Flekkefjord consist of a rare rock called anorthosite. The unique geology has aroused wonder and interest for several hundred years. The geology has controlled the settlement and provided the opportunity to economically exploit the minerals in the bedrock.

Jøssingfjord Science Museum stands in the middle of this exciting landscape, on the historic industrial area of ​​the mining company Titania. This provides an important connection to modern mining operations. The Lower Helleren power station from 1908 is part of the science museum and it shows that industry was established early in the fjord. The museum also highlights Jøssingfjord's exciting war history.

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Book, Family & fun, Geopark, Magma Geopark Sites, Sokndal