The oil and gas industry may not seem the most likely subject for a family day out, but Stavanger, Norway, proves it can be.
The discovery that changed Norway forever
Prior to 1959, few had any hopes that the Norwegian continental shelf would be a major source of oil and gas. This all changed in 1959 when gas was discovered at Groningen in the Netherlands.Norway, and Stavanger in particular, saw its fortunes transformed ten years later when oil was discovered in Ekofisk, which would go on to become one of the most productive oil fields on the shelf.
The museum chronicles this history, but there’s also a notable focus on the people involved. A short film showcases some of the personal stories—good and bad—shaped by the industry.What’s nice to see is that the museum doesn't sweep big issues under the carpet. Tragedies including theThe Kielland disaster is well-known in Norway as the country’s worst ever industrial accident, but it’s an eye-opening tale for those international visitors not familiar with it.
Included in the museum is a rescue capsule that you can explore, providing an educational experience and a dose of reality that illustrates the stories of tragedy you hear. Climate change is also put firmly into focus in two different parts of the museum. In one, technologies such as offshore wind are discussed, while another addresses the environmental issues caused by the oil and gas industry and how we can best make the transition to a greener energy system.
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