Strangers in town
Røros Arts Association presents this year’s summer exhibition with photographs by Vegar Moen. The theme for the exhibition is youth and cultural heritage, and the pictures show Johannes Hofstad 10 years, photographed in Røros dressed in suits he has made himself.
The Copper Works
Exhibition about the history of the Røros Copper Works, brought to life by models of mines, smelters and technical installations.
In their Finery
This exhibition features clothing worn in Røros in the 1800s.
Mining within the Circumference
An exhibition about mining operations and workers' living conditions within the "Circumference".
Geology in the Røros district
An exhibition about the geology in the Røros district.
Guided tour of Røros
Join us on a guided tour of the old mining town of Røros and Røros church!
Guided tours schedule Olav's Mine
During the winter season there is a guided tour every Thursday and Saturday. During the summer season we offer guided tours of Olav's Mine daily.
300 years of mining in one day
Røros Copper Works was in operation for 333 years, but with some planning you can experience the highlights of the history of the World heritage Røros Mining Town and the Circumference in one day!
Røros Church
A guided tour of Røros church is included in the guided tour of Røros. You can also visit Røros church on your own, or even join in on the tour of the church!
Guided tours at Smelthytta
Join us on a guided tour of the exhibitions at Smelthytta to learn more about the history of Røros Copper Works and traditional costumes of the Røros region!
Organized activities
Every day at 13.00 you can join in activities led by our hosts
Elias: The Little Rescue Boat
At Doktortjønna children can take a ride on The Little Rescue Boat on the pond.
Logging raft
Children can try the logging raft on the pond and learn about how it works and its original use.
Feeding the animals
Meet goats, cows, hens, rabbits and mini-pigs at feeding time!
Row or paddle
Borrow a canoe or a small rowing boat and take the children out on the pond!
Activities at Doktortjønna
Doktortjønna lake and outdoor recreation area has been designed for learning by doing and offers many different activities.
Fishing luck
Borrow a fishing rod and see if the fish are biting!