Lofotdrifta fra Trøndelag

The exhibition “Lofotdrifta fra Trøndelag” is about the participation of the men from Trøndelag in the well-known seasonal fishing in Lofoten in the 19th century.

“Lofotdrifta fra Trøndelag” is a permanent exhibition built around the boat: “The Last Viking”, a replica of the typical boats used to go to Lofoten in the time period, build in 1929. Additionally, the exhibition is about the work and struggles, risks and profits and the fates of the men made during the long trip up north in January in the period. The boat, the equipment, the technology and the methods which were used. Fishing gear, clothing and the love letters received from home, is all a part of the exhibition.