History museums in Tvedestrand

Næs Ironworks, located in Holt, Tvedestrand municipality, was a blast furnace company that operated from 1665 to 1959. It began under the name Baaseland Værk and consisted of a blast furnace, an iron foundry, and a forge located a kilometer away. In 1738, the factories were merged at Næs and the company was renamed Næs Ironworks.

Østre Angelstad is a historical farm located in the Holt area of Tvedestrand municipality in eastern Agder. The buildings on the farm are part of the Aust-Agder museum and archive, making it a significant site for those interested in local history and architecture.

The Holt Skolemuseum, previously known as Feragenskolen, is a school museum situated in Holt, Tvedestrand. It is recognized as one of the oldest preserved school buildings in the country, having been constructed in 1817. This historical significance of the building adds to the rich cultural experience that visitors can expect when touring the museum.