Norsk Folkemuseum
Norsk Folkemuseum shows how people lived in Norway from 1500 to the present through its collections from around the country. Norsk Folkemuseum is Norway’s largest museum of cultural history. The 160 buildings in the Open-Air Museum represent different regions in Norway, different time periods, as well as differences between town and country, and social classes. The Gol Stave Church dating from 1200 is one of five medieval buildings at the museum. The contemporary history is presented through exhibitions and documentation projects. Permanent indoor exhibitions include folk art, folk costumes, toys and Sami culture. There is also a variety of temporary exhibitions and audience programs all year round.
Access preferences
- Dogs partially welcome (Animals)
Dogs are welcome at the museum - outdoors, as long as they are kept on a lead. Dogs are not allowed in the buildings or exhibitions.
- Packed lunch (Food and allergies)
The picturesque Open Air Museum is ideal for an outdoor picnic or just to sit and have a rest. You are welcome to bring your own food. Picnic tables are available at the Festival Grounds.
- Toilets location (Accessible restrooms)
You find toilet fascilities at the Visitor Centre, in the Main Square and at the Festival Grounds.
- wheelchair accessible (Accessible entrance for pushchairs and wheelchairs)
Most of the Open Air Museum have relatively level and broad gravel paths providing easy access. However, many of the old buildings are difficult to access due to steps and thresholds. There is a steep hill up to the Stave church, which is not really wheelchair friendly.
Contact info
Norsk Folkemuseum,
Museumsveien 10,
0287 Oslo, Norway.
+47 22 12 37 00
post@norskfolkemuseum.no
https://norskfolkemuseum.no/en