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Williamshús
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Williamshús, the home of infamous writer and artist, William Heinesen. Located in central Tóshavn.
Williamshús is the private residence and primary workplace of the Faroe Islands most famous writer William Heinesen.
The house is open to the public and remains unchanged since Heinesen’s passing in 1991. The museum offers an interesting insight into the artworks on display and the unique interior of the house decorated by Heinesen and his son, painter Zacharias Heinesen. The museum is a short walk from the centre of Thorshavn.
Book your visit by calling 00298 314035 or contact tourist information, Visit Tórshavn, when in the Faroe Islands.
Entry is 50 DKK
Address
43 Varðagøta, Thorshavn 100, Færøerne
Streymoy
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