Orø Museum | Tidsrejse til Fattiggårdens Minder

Step into the secrets of the past at Orø's former poorhouse, which has today been transformed into an exciting museum. This unique structure was erected shortly after 1803 in accordance with the "Ordinance on Poor Commissions of 1803" and served as a poorhouse until 1964. The museum's history goes back to a remarkable event in 1941, when a homecoming week was held on Orø. The opening speech was delivered by none other than Jørgen Jørgensen, then Minister of Education. This marked the beginning of the museum's collection and a dedicated commitment to preserving Orø's history. The local museum contains an extensive collection of objects and valuable written documentation about Orø's past. In addition to the archive materials stored in the library at Orø School, you can experience old household goods and household items that tell the story of life on Orø through the ages. Step into the museum's space, let yourself be seduced by the atmosphere of the past and explore Orø's fascinating history through an impressive collection of objects and testimonies of life on the island. A visit to this museum is like a journey back in time, where you can experience Orø's rich cultural heritage up close.