Fostering Historical Awareness Among Youth

Polentur Presterød E 2021 is a Norwegian non-profit organization dedicated to educating youth about history and human rights through impactful trips to significant historical sites across Europe.

A vibrant mural painted on the exterior wall of a building. The mural features bold graphics and text related to social justice and civil rights. It includes an image of a person using a large video camera, surrounded by various text excerpts about rights and justice. The words 'KNOW YOUR RIGHTS' are prominently displayed on the mural. The artwork is a mix of colorful geometric shapes and monochrome drawings of people.
A vibrant mural painted on the exterior wall of a building. The mural features bold graphics and text related to social justice and civil rights. It includes an image of a person using a large video camera, surrounded by various text excerpts about rights and justice. The words 'KNOW YOUR RIGHTS' are prominently displayed on the mural. The artwork is a mix of colorful geometric shapes and monochrome drawings of people.
Our Mission
Our Vision

We focus on guiding lower secondary school students through World War II-related locations, such as Auschwitz, to promote peace, tolerance, and the importance of remembering past atrocities.

Educational Trips

Fostering historical awareness through impactful student experiences in Europe.

A historical document is displayed on a flat surface, consisting of aged, creased paper with handwritten script. Below the document, a decorative seal with green and red yarn is attached. To the right, a printed description on a board provides detailed context about the document, which appears to relate to a privilege issued by a king in 1433.
A historical document is displayed on a flat surface, consisting of aged, creased paper with handwritten script. Below the document, a decorative seal with green and red yarn is attached. To the right, a printed description on a board provides detailed context about the document, which appears to relate to a privilege issued by a king in 1433.
Guided Visits

Our guided visits to WWII sites empower students to learn about history, promoting peace and tolerance through impactful experiences at locations like Auschwitz and other significant historical landmarks.

A girl stands next to a museum exhibit featuring a bronze statue of a person holding a large book. Behind them, illuminated displays showcase historical photographs and documents on the wall.
A girl stands next to a museum exhibit featuring a bronze statue of a person holding a large book. Behind them, illuminated displays showcase historical photographs and documents on the wall.
Historical Awareness

We aim to enhance historical and human rights awareness among youth, encouraging them to reflect on the past and understand the importance of tolerance and remembrance through educational journeys.

Historical Sites

Explore significant locations in Europe, focusing on World War II, to enhance students' understanding of history and human rights.

Locations

c/o Per Arne Skarsteen Almeveien 11, 3118 Tønsberg, Norway

Hours

9 AM - 5 PM