Østfoldmuseene administration is a cultural history museum with a national social responsibility. The museum's task is to coordinate the collection, documentation, research and dissemination of both cultural and natural history. Through its extensive collection of objects, photographs, buildings and archive material, the museum contributes to preserving and disseminating the region's history.
The museum welcomes approximately 120,000 visitors each year and aims to be a relevant and inclusive meeting place for the local community. Østfoldmuseene administration offers unique exhibitions and activities that cover the whole of Østfold, and also focuses on research and development within cultural history. In addition, the museum works actively with sustainable site development, which underlines their commitment to both culture and the environment.