Bergen's Technical Museum was founded in 1974 as a non-profit organization. Several locations were considered, including the Tram Hall at Møhlenpris and the Slaughterhouse in Sandviken. The Slaughterhouse had, among other things, railway tracks and access to a deep-water quay.
Finally, Bergen's Technical Museum ended up at Møhlenpris, in 1990. The enthusiasts seized the opportunity when Bergen Municipality's construction department moved out. The tram hall and the other buildings had been characterized by a lack of maintenance for decades when the museum moved in. At this time, the hall had been decided to be demolished, but through persistent efforts, the museum's enthusiasts managed to ensure viability for important local industrial and transportation history, by having the facility listed in 1994. It has since also been rezoned for museum purposes.
Later, diligent work has led to the roof, facades and electrical system being put in good condition. There is still a lot of work to be done inside the buildings before it can be called restored. However, the carriage hall itself is in good condition, and it is this that is largely used for museum purposes until the other areas inside are completed.
Bergen's Technical Museum is currently run entirely on a volunteer basis. Behind the museum are several organizations, whose volunteers ensure its operation and a living museum.
In addition to the museum, a cultural center has been built for many people. There are extensive meeting activities, and the workshop facilities are in active use several days a week, and for example, Fjordsteam has its offices in the tram hall, and many organizations hold regular meetings in the cafe.
The goal is to be a cultural center for technical and movable cultural heritage, and a living museum for the public.