Their knowledge was based on experience, which they passed on in the form of weather proverbs, farmers' rules or superstitions. Even into the 19th century, storms, lightning and hail were often interpreted as divine acts, as punishment from God, and defence strategies were developed in this sense. Various attempts were made to influence the weather in this way.
People today have no idea how vital a good harvest was for survival. And this is also the aspect of the exhibition. It sheds light on the practical ways in which farmers dealt with the weather using the resources available to them.
