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Sørhaugøy fyr and its collection
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The Sørhaugøy fyr is a coastal lighthouse situated on the small island of Sørhaugøy, which is part of the Vibrandsøy archipelago. This archipelago is located off the municipality of Haugesund, in Rogaland County, Norway. The lighthouse is managed by the Norwegian Coastal Administration, known as Kystverket in Norwegian.
Historical Significance of Sørhaugøy fyr
The original Sørhaugøy fyr was established in 1846 on the small island of Sørhaugøy, just 400 meters from Haugesund. It is strategically located in the Slettå Sea at the northern entrance of the Karmsund strait, which leads to the port of Haugesund. This location made it a crucial navigational aid for ships entering the port.
Cultural Heritage of Sørhaugøy fyr
The old Sørhaugøy fyr has been a cultural heritage site since 1998. It was sold to shipowner Knut Knutsen, who generously donated it to the Karmsund Folkemuseum in the 1970s. For many years, the lighthouse's dependency was rented to the Haugesund Sports Dykkerklubb as a clubhouse. After a period of restoration, the building has been returned to the museum, where it continues to be a significant part of the local cultural heritage.
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#161 History & Anthropology in Norway
#67 Science & Technology in Norway
#74 Historic houses in Norway
#45 Industrial & heritage museums in Norway
#24 Maritime museums in Norway
#159 Science & Technology in Scandinavia
#114 Historic houses in Scandinavia
#69 Industrial & heritage museums in Scandinavia
#28 Maritime museums in Scandinavia