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Group ticket to Bø Museum
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Sortland Museum
Strandgata 1,
8400 Sortland
GaiaVesterålen (Sortland Museum) is located in the Gallery on Sortland. This summer, you can experience the Vesterål model in all its glory, as well as visit the museum shop. During the autumn, the rest of the premises will be transformed into a new museum. Stay tuned!
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Coastal Express Museum
Visit the bridge, engine room and cabins on the Hurtigruten Finnmarken (1956) in its iconic building. Feel the atmosphere in the lounges from the steamship Finmarken (1912). Activities for children and families. Food and drink are served in the dining room anno 1956.
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Melbo Manor
From quiet farm to a small industrialized city within a few decades (1890–1920). The businessman and landowner Chr. Frederiksen was in the center of the activities. Visit the mansion that has been restored to it´s former glory.
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Andøy Museum
Climb the stairs of the tall cast iron tower of Andenes lighthouse. Exhibition on the harbor development. Also exhibition: Life of a Polar hunter.
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Lofoten coffin
The white gold of the sea is still important. The fisherman must have that little extra, a sixth sense, about the weather and about the nature of the fish.
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Bø Museum
Experience the history of Bø through objects and exhibitions, coastal culture and the authorship of Regine Normann, boathouse and rorbu. Fairytale forest for children. Artscape Nordland and outdoor gallery nearby. Museum gift shop. The man from the sea and the open-air gallery. Museum shop.
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Øksnes Museum
The beautiful Alsvåggården, a building with a history dating back at least 450 years. Enjoy a cup of coffee in historic surroundings. Exhibition in the main building every summer.
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Jennestad Trading Post
Time has stood still since the closure of the store in the pier in 1982. Step up and experience a bygone era in the general store.
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Neptune Herring Oil Factory
A piece of northern Norwegian industrial adventure. The country’s most modern herring oil factory when it was established in 1910.
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Seabed Digital English
Seabed Digital is based on the exhibition Seabed where through videos one learns facts about the sea and fun exercises.
HURTIGRUTEN MUSEUM OPENS ON 28 AUGUST
Culture Minister Abid Raja makes the official opening of the new Hurtigruten Museum at Stokmarknes. The opening takes place on Saturday 28 August at 14.00.
Lectures at Bø Museum
Welcome to a lecture with Lill-Karin Elvestad, journalist and author from Troms. She tells about the restoration work she is doing at Elvestad farm in Malangen: GAMMELSTUA – IS THERE…
Christmas market at Bø Museum
Christmas market at Bø Museum
Saturday, November 27, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Welcome!
Introducing the first version of the Vesteråls model
GaiaVesterålen and Sortland Museum invite you to view the first prototype model of Vesterålen, the model deals with Øksnes and parts of Andøy. The work is part of the research project in GaiaVesterålen.
Oil fence turns 50
Gamle Oksøy visits Sortland on 21 June at 13-17 June, as part of the 50th anniversary of the oil conservation.
Summer-Melbu
Head to Sommer-Melbu 1st to 10th July and take part in activities, lectures and cultural events.
Great-grandmother’s perennials of our time
Lecture with Mari Marstein: “Great-grandmother’s perennials in our time. Look at the old garden plants with a new look!”
Risøyrenna 100 years
Risøyrenna is 100 years old this year. Here is the programme for the anniversary celebrations at Stokmarknes on 25 June.
100th anniversary of Risøyrenna
Welcome to the celebration of the 100th anniversary of risøyrenna in Risøyhamn on 25 June.
Summer opening at Øksnes Museum
Øksnes Museum opens for the summer season 28 June, and is open Tuesday–Sunday from 11–16 up to 7 August.
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The excavators
Join a fun and educational archaeological activity for kids! Dig up real animal bones and learn about animals and nature at Øksnes Museum.
Reginedagan
Head to Bø in Vesterålen from 22 to 31 July and take part in activities, lectures and cultural events.
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Norway leads record-breaking climate project
The EU is now giving NOK 270 million to a research project that will improve the districts’ ability to deal with climate change. The Resist climate project is led by SINTEF, and is the largest EU award for a Norwegian-led climate project ever.
Festive evening: Sortland in the 70s
Sortland Museum and Sortland Library invite you to a FEST EVENING about Sortland in the 70s with lectures, pictures, stories, food and music!
Hurtigruten Museum 1 year
We invite you to a family day in connection with the 1-year celebration of the Hurtigruten Museum. There will be activities for children, discounted tickets for families, coffee and cake.
War Sailors // a travelling exhibition at Sortland Museum
Experience Krigsseilere // a travelling exhibition outside Kulturfabrikken and Sortland Museum from 31 August to 22 September.
The skipper family Bruun on Børøya
Welcome to a lecture with Åsa Elstad about the Bruun skipper family on Børøya and the treasures they left behind.
Lecture with Johan Borgos
Johan Borgos gives a lecture on Sami place names in Vesterålen.
Night at the Factory
Welcome to an eerie and fun evening at Kulturfabrikken – on Halloween itself! 👻There will be dress-up and activities for children of all ages.
Sami Place Names – Lecture with Johan Borgos
Lecture with Johan Borgos about Sami place names in the region, and their significance for Sami identity.
Open Weekend at Melbo Manor
Open museum and activities for children both days.
Book launch and two talks on World War II in the north
Lecture with Åsa Elstad and Baard H. Borge on the occasion of the launch of the three-volume work on World War II in the north – the first overall presentation of the war in the region.
War sailors from the north – lecture with author Roger Albrigtsen
Welcome to a lecture with Roger Albrigtsen about his book series “War sailors from the north”, a strong depiction of the brutal reality of the war sailors during World War II.
Family Day at the Hurtigruten Museum
Storytelling time, music and activities for children. Family tickets.
SILENT FILM in historic surroundings
Come and see the silent film PAN in Melbu community centre. Light refreshments and music at Melbo Manor.
Christmas workshop and super sales on annual passes
At the Hurtigruten Museum we start christmas celebrations on November 26th!
Family Day and Christmas Dinner
Storytelling time, concert with the cultural school and Christmas food in the café.
Lucia Day at the Hurtigruten Museum
On Tuesday 13 December we celebrate Lucia Day here at the Hurtigruten Museum with candlelight and singing children at 12:30
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Uniform telegraph operator
Black uniform jacket and trousers for telegraph operator. The uniform is part of the collection of the Hurtigruten Museum.
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Marine Radar
Marine radar type Furuno 2.3 cm. The instrument is mounted in a wooden rack. Furuno Electric Co. Ltd.
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Ship model of DS Lofoten
Ship model 1:16 in glass display case of the Hurtigruten ship DS Lofoten.
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Leather case
Leather case with copper fittings with handles and leather closing straps.
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Museum artefacts from Jennestad
See museum objects from Jennestad Trading Post.
Grind weaving course
Course in grind weaving at Melbo school with Tone Elvebakk.
History workshop with GaiaVesterålen in Øksnes
Join us in influencing what will be shown on the large model of Vesterålen, in a workshop at Øksnes Museum!
Visit the Hurtigruten Museum during the winter holidays
Welcome to a winter holiday filled with many exciting activities. Bring your family to visit!
Redemption stone – a sprout of many narratives
A few years ago, Steinar received a seed that had been found on a beach on the outer side of Vesterålen.
Visit the Hurtigruten Museum during the winter holidays
Welcome to a winter holiday filled with many exciting activities. Bring your family to visit!
Visit the Hurtigruten Museum during the winter holidays
Welcome to a winter holiday filled with many exciting activities. Bring your family to visit!
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Nordland Seminar 2023
On 15 and 16 March, the Nordland Seminar 2023 took place in Hamarøy. This year’s organizers were Nordlandsmuseet in collaboration with Árran – Julevsáme guovdásj / Lule Sami Center. The seminar was divided in two, with the first day at Árran on Drag, and day two at the Hamsun Centre at Presteid.
Hurtigruten in the war
During World War II, the Hurtigruten route became a war zone where many Vesterålings were also affected. At the same time, the population along the coast was even more dependent than before on Hurtigruten for freight and necessary travel. As many as fourteen Hurtigruten ships were sunk in the period 1940-45, in addition to three “replacement express routes.
Children’s activities and lectures
Children’s activities 12-15, lecture with Cathrine Thoresen at 17
Hurtigruten 130th anniversary
The 130th anniversary is just around the corner: – Hope as many as possible will celebrate with us!
Historical Walking Tour of Andenes
A guide will take you on a walk through the old part of the town.
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The Norwegian Coastal Administration Museum’s summer cruise 2023
Throughout the month of June, the Norwegian Coastal Administration Museum has carried out this year’s summer cruise with the museum ship MS Gamle Oksøy. The cruise has sailed along almost the entire Norwegian coast from Kristiansand to Gamvik, and back to Kristiansand, where Gamle Oksøy has its home port.
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The Museums of the Norwegian Coastal Administration
The Museums of the Norwegian Coastal Administration is the agency museum of the Norwegian Coastal Administration. Museum Nord represents Region Nordland.
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The Museums of the Norwegian Coastal Administration publishes a book about breakwaters
The Museums of the Norwegian Coastal Administration publishes a book about breakwaters. The book “Molo” takes the reader on a journey along the entire Norwegian coast.
Children’s Factory and Handicrafts Day 2023: Living cultural heritage
Join us to experience living cultural heritage during Cultural Heritage Days, with free events for both children and adults!
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Joint meeting of the museums in Nordland
From 21 to 22 September, Helgeland Museum, Nordland Museum and Museum Nord gathered for the annual joint meeting of the museums in Nordland. New this year is that the Árran Julevsáme guovdásj/Lule Sami Center, the Norwegian Aviation Museum and the Narvik Centre also participated.
Book launch: Threads from the Past
Free book bath with Åsa Elstad at Sortland library 16.10 at 7 p.m., at the launch of her new book “Trådar frå fortida”. Clothing and needlework can tell a lot about the people who used and made them – and about the time and society they lived in.
Children’s Factory: Night at the Factory
Shudder and horror! 30.10 we transform Kulturfabrikken into a house of horror filled with fun and scary events. Dress in your best costume and visit us – if you dare!
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Ard, kneard, krokard
Crokard from Åknes. Arden as an agricultural tool has a history dating back to the Bronze Age
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The final restingplace of the unborn
A box found under the church floor boards in Øksnes Church on Skogsøya. The final restingplace of the unborn
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Tiny Doll in bed
Perhaps the oldest toy in our collection. A doll mother and her baby
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Children’s shoes in fish skin
Children’s shoes in fish skin – A little girl in Alsvåg wore shoes made of fish skin during the war in Øksnes
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The fish hook in Langenesvær
Read about the fishing hook in Langenesvær, which became the municipal coat of arms
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The mast spire of the jekt Fremad
Once the Jekta Fremad sailed up and down the coast between Breistrand and Bergen, building prosperity and trade relations. The mast spire from Breistrand bears witness to a bygone era
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The ruff of the Øksnes Priest
Tore Inge Remme was the last priest in Øksnes to wear a clerical ruff in his office as a priest in the 1970s. This ruff was worn by him.
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Gaiadrøv: The Sheep’s Turn to Shine
The collaboration that unites museums, the media production industry, the agricultural industry and large R&D communities has been named GaiaDrøv. GaiaDrøv is a dissemination concept and a traveling exhibition about the importance of sheep in Arctic regions, focusing on Vesterålen and Northern Norway.
GAIA: Fixing Workshop – free course in clothing repair
Do you have clothes that need repairing but aren’t sure where to start? 🧥🪡🤔 Then this course is for you! Sortlands Husflidslag, Sortland Museum, Sortland Library, and GaiaVesterålen invite you…
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The Salute cannons of the Bruun family
Salute cannons: Have you ever been to a dinner party and thought what this really needs is a real bang to get the party started?
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The ashtray from the steamship Finmarken
A captain’s souvenir from DS Finmarken. A small piece of the bridge on the steamship Finmarken went home with Captain Sven Hertzberg when he signed off the ship
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The coal shovel from SS Vesteraalen
The coal shovel used to be an important tool for driving the old coastal express ships forward. This coal shovel is from SS Vesteraalen.
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Sailor’s cap
The simple, but beautiful sailor’s cap made from wadmol. Used by a sailor from 1977 to 1981 as a sailor on board MS Ragnvald Jarl .
Saturday café and lectures
This summer we repeat the success Saturday café at Øksnes museum, in collaboration with various clubs and associations. There will be a café in Alsvåggården with coffee and snacks, storytelling in the museum building, musical performances, and the opportunity to join a guided tour.
Saturday café and lectures
This summer we repeat the success Saturday café at Øksnes museum, in collaboration with various clubs and associations. There will be a café in Alsvåggården with coffee and snacks, storytelling in the museum building, musical performances, and the opportunity to join a guided tour.
Saturday café and lectures
This summer we repeat the success Saturday café at Øksnes museum, in collaboration with various clubs and associations. There will be a café in Alsvåggården with coffee and snacks, storytelling in the museum building, musical performances, and the opportunity to join a guided tour.
Huinndagan – Family Saturday
On the weekend of 19.-20., Huinndagan will take place in the museum area of Øksnes Museum! On this occasion, we arrange a family day for everyone during the day on Saturday.
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SS Finmarken’s two ship’s bells
Why did the SS Finmarken keep two ship’s bells? The bells are used to mark arrivals and departures, and can be used in emergency situations.
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The company’s photo album
A little treasure from VDS’s humble beginnings. The album contains portraits of employees of the shipping company.
Summer market at Bø Museum
Welcome to the summer market at Bø Museum in 2024.
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The royal chairs at the manor
Were these chairs gifts from King Haakon VII? The royal chairs stand on the first floor of Melbo Manor. They have beautiful wood carvings.
Christmas market and Christmas workshop at Bø Museum
Set aside Saturday, November 30. Then it’s time for the Christmas market at Bø Museum. At the same time, we have a Christmas workshop for children. Kids can make old-fashioned…
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Hand-painted playing cards
Do you like playing cards? In the collection at Melbo Manor we have a deck of playing cards from the 1790s. The cards are hand-painted with the help of stencils.
Museum Nord 20th anniversary: Stor-Johan Arnt and Andrea
Join us in a celebration! We invite you to a playful and bouncy theater happening for all ages under the direction of performing artists Gina Lindås Theodorsen and Sebastian Warholm. Free entrance and coffee/cake.
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Cylindrical leather chest
Cylindrical leather chest with lid. Used during the Lofoten fishery.
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Lagabøte exhibitions
This year we celebrate the 750th anniversary of Magnus Lagabøte’s national law. Together with professor and historian from Nord University and UiT The Arctic University of Norway, we are working to develop Lagabøte exhibitions at several of our museums.
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The Women’s saddle from Kvitnes
Take a look at the woman’s hall of the housewife at Kvitnes farm in Hadsel.
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MS Finnmarken’s fabric sample book
Read about the secret behind the restoration work and replenishment work that has taken place on board the Hurtigruten ship MS Finnmarken.
“Threads from the past” – Lecture and afternoon coffee with Åsa Elstad
Welcome to Øksnes Museum for a nice afternoon coffee with educational refills! Historian Åsa Elstad will talk about textile traditions from Northern Norway based on her new book.
Regine-festival
This year, the annual Regine-days will take place between Friday, July 19th and Sunday, July 28th. We hope that you will include a visit to this year’s festival, which will…
Museum Nord 20th Anniversary Children’s-Day at Andøy Museum
In honor of Museum Nord’s 20th anniversary, the Andøy Museum is arranging a children’s day both in Andenes and in Risøyhamn.
Andøy Museum’s Haunted House Experience: Tore Tussasprengar must die
War is brewing and the southern king’s army is heading to Andøy. The local chief, Tore Tussasprengar needs your help to escape from torture and terror… Do you dare to…
Drop-in Christmas Workshop at Andøy Museum
Bring your children to the museum during our opening hours from December 7th to December 15th for some fun arts and crafts. The museum is open 11-17 mon-fri, 11-16 sat,…
Exhibition opening: GaiaDrøv and the Vesterål model
The sheep is center stage – welcome to the opening of the exhibition GaiaDrøv, and the second prototype of the Vesterål model on the 15th of June.
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Gaia Arctic summit 2024
When the international climate conference Gaia Arctic Summit takes place in Vesterålen in June, it will be with particularly top-heavy speakers on stage. Both Norwegian and international experts will contribute knowledge in various fields – linked to the opportunities that arise around sustainability challenges and the circular economy.
25 years docked on land: Celebration of the history of M/S Finnmarken
Bring your friends and family
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Dorothea’s doll
For her twelve-year birthday in 1882, little Dorothea Bruun received perhaps the finest present she could’ve imagined.
TV-Aksjonen & Andøy Museum present the Hålogaland minigolf-championship
NRK TV-aksjonen has been held every fall since 1974 and is considered the worlds biggest charity fund-raising event. In relation to its 50th anniversary, TV-Aksjonen is coming to Andøy the…
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Bicycle tickets
When traveling with your bicycle, the bike needed it’s own ticket
GRANDE FINALE Artist in Residence Vesteraalen
GRANDE FINALE Artist in Residence Vesteraalen – We celebrate four years of art dissemination in Vesterålen and 20 years of Museum Nord!
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The silver lace ribbon
The silver lace ribbon, and the child that never wore it
Children’s Factory: Night at the Factory
Oh the horror! On 28 October, we transform Kulturfabrikken into a house of horror filled with fun and slightly spooky events. Dress up in your best costume and visit us… if you dare!
Lecture: Plant Joy by Arne Haukeland
Arne Haukeland takes us on a personal deep dive into the fascinating and inspiring world of plants.
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The gold laced christening cap
A small treasure from the 1700s. Gold on the christening cap was supposed to provide extra protection for the little one
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The Dram glass
The wooden dram glass, perhaps a collaborative project between father and daughter
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The Button
Read the dramatic story of the button for the postal clerk on board the Hurtigruten ship
DS Richard With
Children’s Factory: Christmas Saturday
13 elves, more correctly called “Christmas guys”, have traveled all the way from Iceland to visit the museum! Can you find them all hidden in the museum? Free event for children.
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Ports that save lives – the story behind Norway’s fishing ports
Did you know that the fishing ports along our coast have been the lifeblood of many communities for over 150 years? Join us and explore the history of the ports that have helped save both lives and businesses along Norway’s coast.
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ICOM conference in Paris
The ICOM conference addressed one of the museums’ most important areas: the storage and storage of museum objects. The head of Collection management, Jaroslav Bogomolov, represented Museum Nord at the conference, which took place from 29 to 31 October in Paris.
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The Love Letter
Who was the unknown letter writer who loved the jektskipper’s son, Frederik Bruun?
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The night chair
What did the wealthy do before the water closet came along?
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The danish flag of the jekta Haabet
A hand-painted treasure that waved over Peder Bruun’s jekts
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Gold Ring
The gold ring of the jekt skipper hides a secret. Can you guess what it is?
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Puzzle
Signs of the norwegian coastal culture can be found in the strangest places
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The straw hat
A must for a fashionable gentleman around the year 1900, the versatile straw hat!
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Men’s vest in silk damask
Which handsome gentleman has worn this beautiful creation in silk damask?
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Private archive seminar and revised preservation plan
There are a lot of exciting things happening on the private archive front these days. A private archive seminar has been held at Stokmarknes on 2-3 December, and Arkiv i Nordland has launched a revised version of the preservation plan for private archives in Nordland.
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Braided human hair bracelets
When the Napoleonic wars rendered gold and silver vastly more expensive, an all together different material became popular in the world of jewellery
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The children’s corset
Everyone in a wealthy family 200 years ago had to help show off the family’s status and position, even the children
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The fire buckets
Fire safety has always been a priority in passenger traffic
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Hurtigruten Museum nominated for EMYA 2025
Hurtigruten Museum has been nominated for the prestigious European Museum of the Year Award (EMYA) 2025. The nomination is a great recognition of the museum’s work to convey Hurtigruten’s rich history and cultural heritage, and its importance for both Norway and the world.
Summer opening of Øksnes Museum with unveiling of a “blue sign”, café and lecture
Øksnes Museum opens its doors for the summer! There will be the unveiling of a blue sign to the main farm, the opening of the summer exhibition “My ship is loaded with…” with a lecture by Ingrid Elstad, café and musical performance.
Saturday café and lecture: “Trouser-Beret” by Hilde Hansen
Four Saturdays in June and July, join us as the café in Alsvåggården serves coffee, cakes, and waffles, and the museum hosts storytelling and lectures in the museum building.
Saturday café and lecture: “What did we eat before the potato?” by Yngvar Gustavsen
Four Saturdays in June and July, join us as the café in Alsvåggården serves coffee, cakes, and waffles, and the museum hosts storytelling and lectures in the museum building.
Gardening in the museum garden
We welcome all gardening enthusiasts to a garden volunteer in the museum garden of Alsvåggården!
Huinndagan Family Saturday
Join us for a family day on Saturday 26 July on the occasion of the Huinndagan festival. Free activities for children, market, bouncy castle, concert. etc.
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Traveling exhibition: My ship is loaded with…
Photo exhibition that gives an insight into everyday life and parties for a yachting family in the heyday of the 17th and 1800s.
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The Hurtigruten Museum – Europe’s best museum?
Last week, the European Museum of the Year Award (EMYA) launched a special presentation film about the Hurtigruten Museum on EMYA’s YouTube page. The film provides a unique insight into the museum’s work to preserve and disseminate the rich coastal history associated with Hurtigruten.
Easter Egg Hunt at the Andøy Museum
Outside the museum, between Andenes lighthouse and Øvergårdbrygga, the Easter bunny puts out thousands of eggs. The Easter chickens are each guarding one basket, where all the children can get…
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Work is progressing in the “Operation Room” in Risøyhamn
The opening of the updated version of the exhibition “Expeditions and Operations – Andøyværinger i krig og fred” on 8 May is approaching. The work of preparing the new “Operation Room” is well underway.
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Bustone
Folk medicine mixed together the mundane and the magical to cure illness.
EXHIBITION: In Love and Despised – Norwegian Women and German Soldiers
This year’s summer exhibition in Rødgården in Melbu is about the women who during World War II began romantic relationships with German soldiers.
Saturday café and lecture: Stories from the Alsvåg Farmhouse by Asbjørn Paulsen
Four Saturdays in June and July, join us as the café in Alsvåggården serves coffee, cakes, and waffles, and the museum hosts storytelling and lectures in the museum building.
Tank concert at Neptune
During Sommer-Melbu there is a tank concert at Neptun Herring Oil Factory. Welcome!
Animation workshop at Neptune
During Sommer-Melbu, you are invited to an animation workshop for children
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Visit our permanent exhibition
Come and do a deep dive into the history of the coastal express with us!
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Hilde Hansen explains: Who was “Trouser-Beret”, really?
In the 40s, “Trouser-Beret” was used pejoratively about women who participated a lot in “men’s pursuits”. Last Saturday, Hilde Hansen gave a lecture at Øksnes Museum where she nuanced the story of the real Beret.
Draw fairy tales at Bø Museum
Draw fairytale pictures at Bø museum – maybe you will be inspired by Regine Normann’s stories and Kaare Espolin Johnson’s illustrations.
Join us in the engine room of MS Finnmarken
Guided tour of the engine room of MS Finnmarken: MS Finnmarken (1956) had a 10-cylinder MAN main engine of 2960 bhp. This gave the ship a speed of 16.6 knots. Join us on a tour of the engine room, which, with the exception of minor changes, stands as it stands when the ship was completed.
Guided tour of the museum
Guided tour – highligts of the museum. On the tour, you will get an insight into the history of the Hurtigruten and some of the museum’s “highlights”.
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Cultural preservation days and KVANN
In connection with the Cultural Preservation Days, KVANN (Knowledge and Protection of Useful Plants in Norway) in collaboration with, among others, Museum Nord will arrange a number of events at the Cultural Preservation Days in 2025.
Herb heritage and love
In this lecture, we will talk about the herb heritage in Norway. We invite you to reflect on your own traditions, and refer to mapping and findings.
A multicultural herbal workshop
We invite students at the adult education center and local people to come to a workshop where we make extracts of local herbs in vinegar.
LECTURE: The Hurtigruten – from the post-war period to the present day
Welcome to an evening lecture at the museum! Entrance adults: NOK 120 Serving. Historian and long-time captain of the Hurtigruten service, Eivind Lande, will talk about the Hurtigruten from the…
Øksnes museum shop with sales booth during the Food Truck Festival
Øksnes museum shop sells candy, wool products, books, retro toys, t-shirts, etc. during the Food Truck Festival at Myre.
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In the Finnish forests
Tour operators from selected markets have for 2 days conducted meetings with tourism companies from Northern Norway, Northern Sweden and Northern Finland. The purpose is to familiarize the tour operators with the various offers that exist in the northern areas. In this way, we create both new and existing traffic in the area.
Archaeologist on Dialogue Tour: Sámi Cultural Heritage in Vesterålen
On Friday 26.9 at 18:00, archaeologist at the Sami Parliament, Arne Håkon Thomassen visits Øksnes museum to give a lecture on archaeological finds and Sami cultural heritage in Vesterålen.
BOOK LAUNCH: Spies and Informants; About Norwegian radio agents in British service during World War II
Welcome to the launch of Knut J Støvne’s new book “Spies and Informers” at the Hurtigruten Museum!
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Museum Nord at workshop with 130 German tour operators
Museum Nord participated in a workshop with 130 German tour operators. We welcome more guests in autumn, winter and spring. It will provide a more sustainable economy and help us create better offers for all guests, all year round.
BOOK LAUNCH: Richard With – The Father of the Coastal Express
There will be music, pictures and storytelling when Gjermund Andreassen presents his new book Richard With – The Father of the Coastal Express at the Hurtigruten Museum
Family day at the Hurtigruten Museum
We are back with family days at the Hurtigruten Museum!
Saturday café and lecture
Three Saturdays in July, there is a Saturday café, with lectures and storytelling in the museum building, and a larger selection in the café in Alsvåggården.
Saturday café and lecture
Three Saturdays in July, there is a Saturday café, with lectures and storytelling in the museum building, and a larger selection in the café in Alsvåggården.
Huinndagan Family Event
On the weekend of 24-25, Huinndagan will take place in Alsvåg. Join the free family party on the Saturday before the festival opens in the evening.
Opening day Øksnes museum
The museum opens for the summer! Stop by to see our new exhibition, join a tour of Alsvåggården, and enjoy a coffee and a waffle in the living room or garden.
Christmas buffet at the Hurtigruten Museum
A warm welcome to this year’s Christmas buffet with traditional Christmas food at the Hurtigruten Museum
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Guided tour of the engine room
Join us on a guided tour of the engine room of MS Finnmarken.
Family day at the Hurtigruten Museum
Welcome to the first family day of the year at the Hurtigruten Museum!
Family day at the Hurtigruten Museum
Activities and fun for the whole family at the Hurtigruten Museum!
Family day at the Hurtigruten Museum
Activities and fun for the whole family!
Family day at the Hurtigruten Museum
Fun and activities for the whole family!
Family day at the Hurtigruten Museum
Activities and fun for the whole family at the Hurtigruten Museum!
Family day at the Hurtigruten Museum
Pirate Day at the Hurtigruten Museum!
Family day at the Hurtigruten Museum
Christmas workshop at the Hurtigruten Museum
Exhibition opening: the lifeboats on MS Finnmarken (1956)
The Norwegian Hurtigruten Museum Foundation has restored the lifeboats on board, and the public is invited in
MS Nordstjernen and MS Finnmarken are turning 70!
On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of MS Finnmarken and MS Nordstjernen, you are invited to a grand two days long birthday party!
Mother’s Day buffet at the Hurtigruten Museum
Come and celebrate Mother’s Day with us at the Hurtigruten Museum
Valentine’s Day at the Hurtigruten Museum
A romantic evening on the aft deck
Pub night at the Hurtigruten Museum
Concert on the flag deck with a breadth of genres in the spirit of a Pub evening
Stabbursgrøss at Melbo Manor
Ghost stories, spooky characters in the attic and quizzes, buns and cocoa
Christmas workshop at Melbo Manor
As always, Melbo Hovedgård arranges a Christmas workshop for children from six years and up!
Black Saturday sales on annual passes
Come to the Hurtigruten Museum and get a 50% discount on annual passes! NOVEMBER 28th ONLY!
Cultural Hertage Days at the Hurtigruten Museum
The Hurtigruten Museum participates in this year’s Cultural Heritage Days
Father’s Day at the Hurtigruten Museum
FREE tour of the engine room on MS Finnmarken in connection with Father’s Day
FREE ENTRY to the Hurtigruten Museum
On Christmas Day and boxing day we have FREE ADMISSION to the Hurtigruten Museum
Summer Melbu: Garden party
The traditional garden party during Sommer-Melbu is held at Melbu Manor as every year before
Melbo Manor participates in the Cultural Heritage Days 2026
In collaboration with Nordland Academy and Arts and Sciences, Melbo Manor puts the theme of this year’s Cultural Heritage Days ‘Cultural Heritage in Danger’ on the agenda.
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Interaction and cooperation in Vesterålen
The background for the gathering was a joint initiative from Visit Vesterålen, Sortland City Association, Sortland and Hadsel Harbour, Hadsel Business Association and Museum Nord. Our desire was to gather people to get to know each other, learn from each other, share experiences and explore how we can strengthen value creation and experiences throughout Vesterålen.
Theatre performance: Lykken e vårres
What is it that makes someone, at the risk of their own life, choose to secretly transport refugees? Welcome to a performance about the boat Lykken!
Theatre performance: Lykken e vårres
What is it that makes someone, at the risk of their own life, choose to secretly transport refugees? Welcome to a performance about the boat Lykken!
Exhibition opening: Did you hear that? Tales of guidance and warning
Øksnes Museum welcomes you to the opening of this year’s summer exhibition with storytelling, coffee/tea and cake!
Lecture Sami National Day
On the occasion of the Sami National Day on 6 February, Øksnes Museum is hosting a lecture in collaboration with the Øksnes Sami Association.
The ØLF archive: Help us identify images
Have you worked in Øksnes-Langenes Fiskeindustri or Myregruppen, or do you have good knowledge of its history? We are arranging a gathering where we want help identifying places/people in photos that have been donated to the collection.
The ØLF archive: Help us identify images
Have you worked in Øksnes-Langenes Fiskeindustri or Myregruppen, or do you have good knowledge of its history? We are arranging a gathering where we want help identifying places/people in photos that have been donated to the collection.
Fortellerdagan 2026
The festival that celebrates the regional storytelling tradition is held again in Øksnes.
Coastal Fair 2026
Øksnes Museum will have a stand at the Coastal Fair in Øksnes. More info to come!
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For those interested in technology
The Hurtigruten Museum is exciting for those interested in technology or those with a special interest in ships.
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For history buffs
If you are particularly interested in history, we recommend that you seek this out in particular:
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For those interested in culture
The Hurtigruten Museum has a spectacular building. The inspiration is taken from something very special. Come by and learn about this – and much more:
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Visit the Coastal Express Museum
Explore Hurtigruten’s history and technology with our guided tours, for children and adults! Visit the café and museum shop.
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Our exhibitions
Bø Museum offers several exciting exhibitions for its visitors. Here’s an overview.
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Café and Restaurant
Enjoy food and drink in the museum café on board MS Finnmarken. The café is decorated in an authentic style and with magnificent views.
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The Museum Shop
The museum shop has a large selection of books, knitwear, toys, t-shirts and much, much more.
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Nominations and awards
Since its opening in 2021, the Hurtigruten Museum has been honored with nominations and awards.
Lecture: The archive of Øksnes-Langenes Fiskeindustri
At the end of April, Ane Eliassen will tell us about her work with the archive of the cornerstone company in Øksnes, and about interesting finds from here.
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Guided tour of the Hurtigruten Museum
Our knowledgeable guides will give you a unique insight into the development of the ships, life on board and their importance to the Norwegian coast (must be pre-booked)
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Family-friendly
The children enjoy themselves in the museum. It is exciting to explore ships and exhibitions.
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Booking groups
Groups, both companies and other groups, can choose between different experiences. We arrange your visit to suit your group.
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Meeting with Richard with
One of the popular and well-received offers for groups is a meeting with the very founder of the Hurtigruten – Richard With.
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Musical interlude
As part of the experience, we can recommend a musical performance.
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Offers for children and young people At the Coastal Express Museum
The Hurtigruten Museum, with the world’s only exhibited, complete Hurtigruten ship, historical exhibitions and salons from the steamship Finmarken 1912. Here you will find offers for children and young people.
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The Vest-stretcher
Industrial pioneers had to look good. Christian Frederiksen (1865-1929) at Melbu had what was needed when the good life began to leave its mark
Lecture – Metamorphoses: Ovid’s masterpiece in a new Norwegian language
Nordland Academy of Arts and Sciences, in collaboration with Museum Nord, welcomes you to a literature lecture out of the ordinary at Melbo Manor, with Professor Thea Selliaas Thorsen.
Traces of Vikings: The History Around Us
Join us on a journey back to the Viking Age, an era that still leaves its mark on the landscape and culture around us.
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Risøyhamn Museum
Risøyhamn Museum is an open-air museum on idyllic Andøya. Here you can see the exhibition “Operations and Expeditions” and the five-oared boat “Haakon”
Celebrate the National Day at the Hurtigruten Museum!
Free admission and National Day buffet at the Hurtigruten Museum.
Lumina – Lighting design for young people
Free course in lighting design and lighting technology for children and young people over the age of 12 during summer Melbu.
The Tank Concert at Neptun – Håkon Kornstad Solo
Experience Håkon Kornstad during Sommer-Melbu in the legendary Concert Tank. A unique experience where opera meets jazz in spectacular acoustics and 16 seconds of reverberation.
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Joint UNESCO nomination for stockfish as living cultural heritage
Museum Nord, at SKREI Research Center, and LoVE Development’s international nomination on Stockfish Production in Norway: Knowledge, Craftsmanship and Living Cultural Heritage, have joined forces with the multinational nomination for Slow Food Bergen and Slow Food Mearra-Sápmi.
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Skrei Research Center at professional day at Kvitnes farm
On 28 and 29 April, Kvitnes Gård and the business network LoVe Food gathered actors from the entire food value chain for two days of professional replenishment, networking and food experiences in unique surroundings.
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The manor
Join us in the beautiful Manor, the preserved home of industrial pioneer Christian Frederiksen
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The garden
Maren and Christian Frederiksen had a truly magnificent garden in English landscape style, something you will hardly find anywhere else so far north in the country
MS Finnmarken celebrates its 70th anniversary!!
Cake party and FREE entry to the Hurtigruten Museum!
International Children’s Day and the Generation Games 2026 in Øksnes
Join us on Saturday 6 June when Øksnes celebrates International Children’s Day and organizes the Generation Games 2026 at Myre.
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A spectacular concert experience
Experience the sound of a herring oil tank. We offer a musical experience completely out of the ordinary
Concert: Duo Vardøg
A unique musical experience in spectacular surroundings!
The young Duo Vardøg presents London 1660 – Music from the madhouse!
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international nomination publisher for stockfish traditions – UNESCO Heritage List
Not only are we opening SKREI in June as an ode to fisheries and coastal culture, we have also submitted to the Directorate of Culture the nomination proposal for UNESCO’s cultural heritage list: “Stockfish – cultural and culinary traditions of stockfish and associated social practices”.
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Guided tour of the museum garden
Interested in historical gardens? We offer guided tours of the beautiful, historic garden at Melbo Manor
Sommer-Melbu: From adventure to predatory exploitation – The English grouse hunt on Hadseløya
From romantic travelogues to brutal catch figures, local historian Thomas Gundersen tells of an almost forgotten part of local history in Hadsel
Sommer-Melbu: Morning coffee at the Manor
Welcome to a nice chat over coffee in the morning at Melbo Manor during Sommer-Melbu
Culture Night at the Hurtigruten Museum
When the polar night descends over Stokmarknes, we invite you to an evening where culture, local flavors and good experiences meet. Free admission. More information to come.
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Sign hunting in the museum garden
Learn about the flora and cultural historical elements in the museum garden on your own. Can you find them all?
The Liberation 1945: Help us identify historical photos
Have your morning coffee or lunch at the museum. Help us identify historical images from the liberation at Melbu
Summer Melbu: Family day at Melbo Manor
Melbo Hovedgård invites you to a family day during Sommerr-Melbu!
VA Quiz at the Hurtigruten Museum
Vesteraalens Avis and the Hurtigruten Museum join forces to bring a long-awaited offer back to Stokmarknes: Quiz!
VA quiz at the Hurtigruten Museum
Vesteraalens Avis and the Hurtigruten Museum join forces to bring a long-awaited offer back to Stokmarknes: Quiz!
VA Quiz at the Hurtigruten Museum
Vesteraalens Avis and the Hurtigruten Museum join forces to bring a long-awaited offer back to Stokmarknes: Quiz!
VA Quiz at the Hurtigruten Museum
Vesteraalens Avis and the Hurtigruten Museum join forces to bring a long-awaited offer back to Stokmarknes: Quiz!
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Universal design
At the Hurtigruten Museum, it’s important to us that all of our guests can have the same good experience while visiting.
The new Hurtigruten Museum turns 5 years old!
It’s been five years since we opened the new Hurtigruten Museum!
Lecture: Regine Normann and her fairy tale collections
Join us for a lecture on Regine Normann with Liv Helene Willumsen and Gøril Karlsen.
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Book your event at the Hurtigruten Museum
Book your event at the Hurtigruten Museum today!
Spooky workshop at Melbo Manor
Spooky workshop where kids get to use their creativity to create different spooky things!
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On Thursday at 12.00, the tickets for Culture Night will be released at the Hurtigruten Museum!
Get your tickets for Culture Night at the Hurtigruten Museum!