Unique local museum in Odder
The Odder area is a historically rich, agricultural region that holds many fascinating stories. Located centrally in Odder, the town's museum showcases the history through exhibitions about the roles, activities, and lifestyles that have shaped the area into what you see today. The museum consists of three historical buildings as well as a modern exhibition building.
The first thing you encounter when visiting the museum is the large mill building. Don’t be deceived by the cold outer walls; as soon as you step over the threshold into the heart of the water and steam mill, it feels like stepping into a time capsule. The mill, built in 1883, closed in 1953 and remains as it was when production ceased. Take your time as you explore the three floors of the mill and be amazed by the techniques our ancestors used to produce flour for the area.
Once you've finished in the mill, be sure to explore the rest of the museum. Here you will find stories from the old miller, Denmark's largest collection of hunting equipment, and intriguing gardens. You can also see the unique Bjørnkær set—a distillation apparatus from the 1300s, discovered during excavations of the nearby Bjørnkær ruins.
Keep an eye on the current special exhibition
Odder Museum hosts changing special exhibitions on interesting cultural historical themes. Each year, you can experience a new, major special exhibition. The museum also has a long tradition of collaborating with and showcasing renowned local artists.
Enjoy your coffee on the green area
You won't find a more idyllic spot than the green area by Odder Museum. Buy a cup of coffee and a piece of kringle from the café, and relax while children and the young at heart play by the lake's edge and explore life in the water.
Activities and guided tours from Odder Museum
Each year, Odder Museum organizes a wealth of exciting activities and events. You can experience everything from lectures to children's activities and guided walks. Many of these activities take place outside the museum's four walls. During guided tours, you'll venture into nature—where traces of history are visible in the landscape. This can include land-based activities such as hiking or cycling, or water-based activities with the museum's kayaks.
You can see upcoming events and activities at Odder Museum on this page.
Odder Museum is a department of Moesgård Museum.
