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FORN journal
A community for our shared history
FORN has been founded, bringing together metal detectorists and everyone interested in archaeology and Faroese heritage.
Photo: Jan Hammer Egholm
Introducing FORN
The Faroe Islands Metal Detecting and Archaeological Association has been established following a well-attended founding meeting.
FORN brings together people interested in metal detecting and archaeology in the Faroes. We aim to share historical knowledge, promote responsible searching and recording, and develop constructive cooperation with museums, authorities and landowners.
The board
- Chair: Jan Hammer Egholm
- Vice-chair: Jón í Soylu
- Secretary: Charles S. Olsen
- Treasurer: Karstin Zachariassen
- Board member: Aksel Á Botni
- Alternates: Rannvá Lómstein Zachariassen and Karlot Hergeirsson
We look forward to sharing knowledge, growing the community and making our heritage accessible to more people. You are welcome to join us.