Ulvik

Olav H. Hauge Centre

  • Interactive exhibition at Haugesenteret focusing on the reader Olav H. Hauge, surrounded by art and literary tools.
  • Children and adults enjoying the sensory station at Haugesenteret, where they are encouraged to "Use your senses" for a holistic experience.
  • Grandmother and grandchild exploring literary treasures in an interactive display box at Haugesenteret.
  • A happy visitor at Haugesenteret exploring the exhibition on Anglo-American song lyrics.
  • Haugesenteret beautifully situated by the fjord in Hardanger, with mountains and blooming rhododendrons in the background.
  • Children engaging in creative activities at the activity center of Haugesenteret, focusing on art and literature.
  • Two children exploring an exciting interactive installation at Haugesenteret, surrounded by colorful lighting.
  • Interactive boxes at Haugesenteret featuring creative tasks and literary quotes from Olav H. Hauge's works.
  • A young girl reading an illustrated book at Haugesenteret, captivated by the imaginative drawings.
  • A family working together on a task at Haugesenteret, learning about typography and text from Hauge's poetry.
  • A group of children being introduced to Olav H. Hauge's children's books, with playful illustrations capturing their attention.
  • Bright and modern exhibition space at Haugesenteret, with books and interactive elements hanging from the ceiling.
  • Guided tour at Haugesenteret, where visitors gain insights into Hauge's life and writings through the exhibition library.
  • Woman reading literary works hanging from the wall in a quiet and intimate part of the exhibition at Haugesenteret.
  • Guide at Haugesenteret showcasing a valuable book from the collection to interested visitors.
  • Table with interactive boxes and quotes from Hauge’s poetry, including creative activities at Haugesenteret.
  • Girl playing and exploring creative tasks in the children's section at Haugesenteret.
  • Display of Olav H. Hauge’s diaries, an important part of his literary work at Haugesenteret.
  • Smiling child playing with an old telephone at Haugesenteret, part of the interactive exhibition.
  • An engaged guide assisting children in exploring and using their senses during an activity at Haugesenteret.

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  • 40 43 60 95

    • Promenaden 7

    Ulvik, Vestland

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Olav H. Hauge (1908–1994) is one of our foremost poets and translators, and he lived his entire life in Ulvik. At the Haugesenteret, you can get to know Hauge's life story and poetic works better, and experience poetry in many forms and across language barriers. The museum offers experiences for both children and adults. Located beautifully by the fjord, with views of the mountains from the old municipal building in Ulvik.

Olav H. Hauge (1908–1994) is one of our foremost poets and translators, and he lived his entire life in Ulvik. At the Haugesenteret, you can get to know Hauge's life story and poetic works better, and experience poetry in many forms and across language barriers. The museum offers experiences for both children and adults. Located beautifully by the fjord, with views of the mountains from the old municipal building in Ulvik.



Exhibitions – Books with Many Thoughts From his home at Rossvoll in Ulvik, the poet and fruit farmer Hauge gained broad views and extensive knowledge through reading world literature. He wrote poems about everyday life and nature, and pondered many thoughts about life and literature in his diaries.



In the exhibitions, you can explore various aspects of Hauge's poetry and his unique life. You can see his extensive book collection and get to know the authors who inspired him. The exhibitions engage multiple senses with installations about poetry and literature that you can see, hear, and touch. In the poetry workshop, you can let yourself be inspired to write poems. Throughout the summer season, you can also watch the documentary film "The Word Master Hauge" by Randi Storaas.



In the new thematic exhibition about Jon Fosse, you can explore the diversity of the Nobel Prize-winning poet, author, and playwright from Strandebarm.



Groups can book guided tours of the exhibition, poetic writing courses, and film screenings, and have an extended encounter with Olav H. Hauge's life and works through our skilled facilitators.



For Children The Haugesenteret offers several activities for children and young people. The Cat Hunt is an activity for the little ones. Hauge's cat has hidden itself in several places in the exhibition. By following the cat's tracks, children find the cat in unexpected places and become acquainted with both the poet and the cat. The outdoor library at Tunheim has books for both children and adults. Here, children and adults can read outdoors and enjoy the view over the village. This is a collaboration with Gløgg 4H and Ulvik Turlag. The Letter Hunt takes the hunters on adventures around Ulvik. The trail has a series of posts with one letter each for the solution word, in addition to reading tips, hiking tips, and other content.



Experiences Haugesenteret offers a wide and exciting cultural program throughout the year. Here, you can experience everything from major concert events to intimate author meetings, poetry readings, academic lectures, and engaging conversations. There are also nice reading sessions, creative workshops, and varied performances for children.



Poetry Festival Every other year in September, Haugesenteret organizes the traditional Poetry Festival, where you can experience poetry and music in the poetry and apple village of Ulvik. The festival stands out by putting poetry at the center with Olav H. Hauge's poetry as a starting point. In addition to prominent Norwegian and Nordic poets, well-known and beloved songwriters also grace the festival.



Museum Shop Haugesenteret has a museum shop with a wide selection of books about and by Olav H. Hauge, contemporary poetry, and Norwegian literature for children and adults. Here, you can also find a range of gift items for small and large, local handicrafts, and products developed by Haugesenteret itself.



Opening Hours



May 1 – September 1:



- Tuesday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM



- Saturday – Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM



Guided tours in the exhibition at 12:30 PM during the summer season (June 24 – August 18)



September 1 – December 20:



- Tuesday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM



January: Closed



February 1 – May 1:



-Tuesday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM



Prices



Adult ticket price: NOK 110 Children and students have free admission.



Group guided tour per person: NOK 160



Writing course per person: NOK 200 Group guided tour + writing course per person: NOK 300



See nynorsk.no for more information.


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