Hardanger Maritime Centre, Norway’s national maritime museum, is the largest center for maritime culture and boat restoration in the Nordic countries. This year, we are thrilled to welcome a delegation from Hardanger to the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival for the first time.
Throughout the weekend, the Norwegian team will be demonstrating traditional rope-making, inviting festival attendees to participate in this time-honored craft. Additionally, Ropemaker Sarah Sjøgreen will deliver two engaging presentations. Don’t miss the chance to learn from her expertise!
- The History of Ropemaking in Scandinavia from Vikings Until Today
Friday, 2 PM, Cruising Stage
- Natural Fiber Rope Making in Modern Use
Sunday, 9:30 AM, Technical Stage
Check out the video the Ropemakers made for our Virtual Festival in 2020!
