Eidsfos Manor House was built as the owner’s residence for Eidsfoss Verk around 1750 and was listed as a protected cultural heritage since in 1923. In recent years, the manor house has become a popular venue for banquet celebrations, meetings and gatherings. It also runs a café, guesthouse and shop for much of the year.
The Eidsfos Hovedgård Foundation was established in 1990 on the initiative of Paul Schwartz, Managing Director of AS Eidsfos Verk. Upon its establishment, financial contributions were provided by AS Eidsfos Verk, Hof Municipality and Vestfold County Council. The foundation’s endowment comprises the main building, outbuildings and 36 dekar of parkland, as well as the Kavalerfløyen wing with its back room, workshop, flats and carriage house.
The foundation’s primary task is to maintain the premises and ensure that Hovedgården remains a living cultural heritage site. The foundation is managed by the board, and it is the board’s responsibility to ensure that the foundation’s objectives are upheld. The foundation’s board is appointed by each of the following organisations and is currently represented as follows:
- AS Eidsfos Verk
- The Society for the Preservation of Ancient Monuments, Vestfold branch
- Hof Historical Society
- Hof Municipality
- The Gamle Eidsfos Foundation
The Foundation’s vision is to work towards
- A fully restored manor house that can serve as a venue for various cultural events, so that Eidsfos Manor emerges as a cultural hub for the municipality and the surrounding area.
- Developing the northern part of the Kavalér wing into an attractive permanent gallery and exhibition space.
- A well-maintained Renaissance garden for delight, inspiration and enjoyment.
- Ensuring that the 30 mål park down towards Bergsvannet, intended for leisure use, is well-maintained and can be used as a recreational area for local residents and others.
- A training and conference centre on the grounds of the Eidsfos Hovedgård Foundation.
