The document provides a brief history of Norway and cultural heritage organizations. It summarizes key events such as the end of the Viking age in 1030, the establishment of the first law for cultural heritage in 1897, and the dissolution of the union with Sweden in 1905. It also discusses the roles non-governmental organizations (NGOs) can play in balancing government power, contributing to public debates, and activating local resources to help preserve cultural heritage.

1. FORTIDSMINNEFORENINGEN Fortidsminneforeningen The Society for the Preservation of Norwegian Ancient Monuments Founded 1844 The Monuments

12. 1897: The first Law for Cultural Heritage

15. 1912: Riksantikvaren established (The Directorate for Cultural Heriatge)

19. The 1920-ies: The first listed buildings

22. NGOs may: Balance government power Contribute in public debate Be innovativ and creative Activate local resources Secure pluralism

24. NGOs meet: What’s in it for me? Group identity Networks

25. The current situation: A multitude of activities, less members More local project organisation Less activity connected to national organisations

31. NGOs must prepare for: Many contributors, great turnover Marketing Stressed co-ordinators

32. What can be our contribution? NGOs can contribute towards solving public challenges NGOs can be partners – with the authorities NGOs can strengthen social relations

37. FORTIDSMINNEFORENINGEN Thank you for listening! The Society for the Preservation of Norwegian Ancient Monuments