What to do and see in Eastern Norway, Eastern Norway: The Best History Museums

December 30, 2021 Rebbecca Marino

Discover the best top things to do in Eastern Norway, Norway including 22 July Centre, Flight Museum, Nordisk bibelmuseum, Viking Ship Museum, Norges Hjemmefrontmuseum, Maihaugen Open-Air Museum, Kon-Tiki Museum, Anno Museum Domkirkeodden, Norsk Folkemuseum, Brekkeparken.
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1. 22 July Centre

Teatergata 10, Oslo 0180 Norway +47 22 24 22 22 [email protected] https://22julisenteret.no/
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5.0 based on 107 reviews

22 July Centre

The 22 July Centre is a learning centre that works with the mediation of memory and knowledge about the terror attacks in Oslo and on Utøya on the 22nd of July 2011. The centre’s educational programme invites school pupils and teachers into the discourse about the 22nd of July and encourages active participation in the negotiation of the attack’s significance both at present, and in the future. Our website is developed with a particular focus on digital resource material, as an offer to schools to strengthen education on the topic of the 22nd of July and related topics. 22 July Centre opened in a temporary location at Teatergata 10 on 27nd of June 2020.

2. Flight Museum

Museumsvegen 35 Oslo Gardermoen Airport, Gardermoen 2060 Norway http://www.flysam.no
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Flight Museum

3. Nordisk bibelmuseum

Nedre Slottsgate 4C, Oslo 0157 Norway +47 401 05 777 [email protected] http://nobimu.no/
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Nordisk bibelmuseum

The collection is a varied selected content of Norwegian, Nordic and foreign bibles. The collection contains cultural treasures. Some of the most rare is an exemplar of Gustav Vasas bible from 1541, an original page from The Gutenberg bible, a latin bible from 1487 and handwritten pages from around 1250 . The museum will also show historical materials from other collections.

Reviewed By LarsErikH18 - Johannesburg, South Africa

Comprehensive Bible exhibition showing the development and translation of the Bible into Scandinavian languages. Also have other gems from Gutenberg, Tyndall and others.

4. Viking Ship Museum

Huk Avenue 35, Oslo 0287 Norway +47 22 13 52 80 [email protected] http://www.khm.uio.no/english/visit-us/viking-ship-museum/index.html
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Viking Ship Museum

Come face to face with some of the world's greatest Viking treasures! Experience the best-preserved Viking Ships in the world and unique burial artefacts from boat graves around the Oslo Fjord. These ships have been on voyages of the sea before they became the final resting place for their wealthy owners. Here you will see incredible woodcarvings, mysterious skeleton remains and an immersive film that takes you into the Viking era. This is a museum experience out of the ordinary. Two Museums for the price of one! With a ticket to the Viking Ship Museum, you also get a free pass to the Historical Museum within 48 hours. Closed: 24-26 December; 31 December; 1 January.

Reviewed By johnsbailey77 - York, United States

This place is everything I had hoped it would be. As a person with an interest in Norse and Northmen history, particularly the Viking culture this museum offers much to see and enjoy. From the well preserved ships themselves to the artifacts and treasures on display this museum is a fantastic place to visit and a must see while in Oslo. Pricing is very reasonable and the location is easy to find. Once you leave this location it is a short walk to the Fram Museum. Very easy to get to and from the City Hall Ferry as well. Highly recommend.

5. Norges Hjemmefrontmuseum

Bygning 21 Festning, Oslo 0015 Norway +47 23 09 32 80 [email protected] https://www.visitnorway.com/listings/norways-resistance-museum/2764/
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4.5 based on 1,131 reviews

Norges Hjemmefrontmuseum

Reviewed By TravelTrooperX2 - San Mateo, United States

This was an excellent museum and a great history lesson regarding the Norwegian resistance during WWII. There is a lot of reading. You must put in the effort to learn. It is well worth it. The amount of artifacts that were preserved were amazing, such as smuggled letters and secret resistance correspondence. You may think you know everything about WWII, but come here and you will learn more. Norway definitely put up a fight to help preserve the rights of people all over Europe. Very impressive exhibit. We spent 2 hours here. The museum is a small building inside the Akershus Fortress. Entrance fee was covered by the Oslo Pass.

6. Maihaugen Open-Air Museum

Maihaugvegen 1, Lillehammer 2609 Norway +47 61 28 89 00 [email protected] http://maihaugen.no
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Maihaugen Open-Air Museum

Maihaugen offers activities and experiences for the whole family. Enjoy the idyllic surroundings and experience life like in the old days. The museum has more than 200 historic houses from as far back as the 13th Century to homes of the different decades of the 1900s, including Queen Sonja’s childhood home. Grazing animals in the open-air museum. All year you can look into historical houses and visit great exhibitions, the museum shop and café. Don't miss our popular Christmas Market in November/December.

Reviewed By amandatallullah - New Ross, Ireland

Does as it says on the tin. In winter with the snow it was quite beautiful to walk around. Lots of different wooden cabins and building that represented classic style from days gone by. Set in beautiful surroundings with lakes and woodland. Nice to get out in fresh air after doing the Olympic museum. Both are situated in the same place.

7. Kon-Tiki Museum

Bygdoeynesveien 36, Oslo 0286 Norway +47 23 08 67 67 [email protected] http://www.kon-tiki.no
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4.5 based on 3,302 reviews

Kon-Tiki Museum

Visit The Kon-Tiki Museum and be inspired by Thor Heyerdahl! See the original balsa wood raft from 1947 and the Oscar-winning film from 1951! The museum houses original boats and artifacts from Thor Heyerdahl's world-famous expeditions such as the original Kon-Tiki balsa raft which crossed the Pacific Ocean in 1947 and the original reed boat Ra II which crossed the Atlantic Ocean in 1970. Both exhibitions have separate children storylines. The Kon-Tiki Museum also houses one of the most comprehensive exhibitions about Easter Island in the world, including a replica of a family cave from Easter Island. Underneath the Kon-Tiki raft is a special underwater exhibit that is fun for kids. Cinema screening the original Kon-Tiki documentary movie (Oscar for best documentary in 1951) every day at 12:00. Great museum shop. Free with Oslo Pass. A must when visiting Oslo!

Reviewed By MartyB719 - Jensen Beach, United States

There is a tee-shirt in the Kon-Tiki Museum which quotes the adventurist Thor Heyerdalh who once said, “Borders? I have never seen one. But, I have heard they exist in the minds of some people.” This quote is so apropos to one of the greatest explorers in the 20th century. With six crew members, the 1947 voyage of 6,900m/4,300 miles on a balsa made raft across the Pacific from South America proved that civilization could have actually spread westward. Thor Heyerdalh wrote a book and an award-winning video documentary was made from the sojourn. My biggest regret was not keeping the National Geographic magazine about this epic voyage. The museum is actually a collection of all his “7” exploration trips. Just the Kon-Tiki raft and the Ra II raft, similar to an Egyptian boat—that sailed from North Africa to the Caribbean—are on display. There is a short video that explains his Kon-Tiki trip. There is also a longer version. Most of the films are in black and white. The museum is more about Thor Heyerdalh life, struggles and accomplishments. He was actually quite interested in exploring the mysteries of Easter Island. There are a number of artifacts from that exploration. Taking my wife to see the Kon-Tiki museum was a treat. We took the ferry over from the Oslo harbor known as “Aker Brygge.” It is a short comfortable ride. We then walked up along this road to and came across the unpretentious Viking museum. The road takes a sharp left. Just follow the signs! The Kon-Tiki Museum is in a complex with the Maritime Museum. There is a good café at the Maritime Museum. You can actually catch the ferry back to Oslo behind these museums along the waterfront. If you found this review “helpful” in any way, please press “LIKE” to let me know.

8. Anno Museum Domkirkeodden

Strandvegen 100, Hamar 2315 Norway +47 62 54 27 00 [email protected] http://www.domkirkeodden.no/
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Anno Museum Domkirkeodden

Here you will find the ruins of the medieval cathedral and the bishop's residence from the 13th Century on the beautiful Museum grounds on the outskirts of Hamar. The museum is comprised of archaeological exhibitions, a botanical garden and an outdoor museum with about 60 buildings from around Hedemarken County. The cathedral ruins are protected by a much-discussed protective structure in glass and steel, called the Hamar Dome, which is an attraction in itself. Open every day in summer season. Groups all year when booked in forehand.

Reviewed By livwilson

It's worth seeing both from the inside and the outside. Fantastic glass Construction covering the cathedral. The view over the lake is breathtaking! Highly recommended all year.

9. Norsk Folkemuseum

Museumsveien 10, Oslo 0287 Norway +47 22 12 37 00 [email protected] http://norskfolkemuseum.no/en
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4.5 based on 3,739 reviews

Norsk Folkemuseum

Norsk Folkemuseum shows how people lived in Norway from 1500 to the present through its collections from around the country. Among the highlights are the Stave Church from Gol, dating from 1200 and an apartment building with homes from the 20th Century. 160 historic buildings in the big Open-Air Museum represent different regions in Norway, different time periods, as well as differences between town and country, and social classes. Indoor exhibits present Norwegian heritage. The museum has a comprehensive activity program and is open all year.

Reviewed By KarenJim76 - Clarence Center, United States

The vast variety of homes, farm buildings, shops, churches and other structures in phenomenal condition provided an entry into another world and culture. The costumed interpreters scattered throughout the site were exceptionally knowledgeable, friendly and eager to pass on their knowledge, particularly if you showed any interest. One standout example, Levina Storakern, who portrayed a farmer's wife, not only described her "life" as a housewife but also demonstrated her talent as a musician. When the subject of music arose, she offered to play a cow horn, which was then followed by a mini-concert on a folk fiddle and Hardanger fiddle. Her explanation of various musical styles was very informative and enhanced our experience. There are thorough explanations in English throughout the site and all of the costumed interpreters speak English. The Gol Stave Church (one of only 29 remaining) was exceptionally well preserved. The "apartments" tucked away in a separate building cover a period from 1879-2002 and illustrated the interesting development of urban life. Of the 3 Open Air museums we visited in Norway and Sweden, this was our favorite. It is well worth a visit.

10. Brekkeparken

Oevregate 41, Skien 3715 Norway +47 35 54 45 00 [email protected] http://www.telemarkmuseum.no/brekkeparken
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Brekkeparken

Reviewed By margrethehegg - Skien, Norway

Awesome decorated with a lot of flower. Nice and friendly staff. Very relaxing being here. Would recommend to anyone. Great place to visit is spring and summer. Playground open for kids

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