Norsk Folkemuseum

Norway's largest museum of cultural history featuring the world's oldest open air museum and large indoor collections.

Experience

During summer, there are different activities at the museum every day. Most Sundays, we feature special program events. In the Open-Air Museum, many buildings are open, and a host in traditional folk dress welcomes you.

Exhibits

The exhibits are located in the Open-Air Museum and in the exhibit halls. They feature daily life and living condition in Norway from the 16th century to present time. Panorama views.

Collections

Large collections of artefacts, buildings, photographs and archivalia offer a broad representation of Norwegian and Sámi culture from the 16th century to present. 

Research

The museum has a long history as an academic institution.Today, the museum is a dynamic research institution with scholars representing ethnology, folkloristic, cultural history, anthropology and art history.

 See historic film clips on YouTube

Summer 2012

Open Mon-fri 10-18, sat-sun 10-18

NF Folk costumes close up

A photo exhibit by the Norwegian-Swedish photographer Laila Durán, showing Norwegian, Swedish and Sami tradional costumes.

  • Stave Church undergoing restoration

    The work is comprehensive and includes restoration of the roof and decayed building parts as well as tarring the whole church. The church and the surrounding area is closed, and reopens June 1.

Coming soon

Program

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May 17 - Norway's Constitution Day

Traditional local celebration.

17. May 2012