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Korsnes Museum
Korsnes
The venue at Korsnes is an old communication center located in an idyllic area.
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Narvik Municipal Photo Collection
Narvik Museum manages the Narvik municipal photo collection consisting of around 215,000 photographs. Part of the collection is presented on digitaltmuseum.no.
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Ekspedert podcast
Deep dive into the history of the Narvik region in our podcast Ekspedert.
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Narvik Museum
Administrasjonsveien 3,
8514 Narvik
The spectacular Ofotbanen railway and iron ore trains, Narvik city’s development and industry in addition to travelling exhibits.
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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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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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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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Lofoten Museum
Get to know the history of the Lofoten fisheries at one of the best-preserved manor houses in the region, with authentic fishermans cabins, traditional wooden boats and a historic garden.
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Å Musuem Shop (The Old Shop)– Gifts and useful things
A new sweater, a practical southwest or a bag of tea from Lofoten? In the Old Shop and the Souvenir Shop by the parking lot, the selection is large and exciting for most people.
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Norwegian Fishing Village Museum
Besøksadresse: Å
Postadresse: 8392 Sørvågen
One of Norway’s best preserved and complete fishing villages. Visit various buildings; e.g. boathouse, cod liver oil factory, smallholder’s cottage. Main theme: life in the fishing village 1840–1960 and the development of the Lofoten fishery over the past 250 years. Shop and summer café.
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Sørvågen Radio
The first wireless Morse signals in Northern Europe went out from the telegraph station in Sørvågen. Topic: technical, social and cultural development resulting from the establishment of the telegraph
in Lofoten.
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.
Summer-Melbu
Head to Sommer-Melbu 1st to 10th July and take part in activities, lectures and cultural events.
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.
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.
Family Day at the Hurtigruten Museum
Storytelling time, music and activities for children. Family tickets.
Christmas workshop and super sales on annual passes
At the Hurtigruten Museum we start christmas celebrations on November 26th!
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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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Ship model of DS Lofoten
Ship model 1:16 in glass display case of the Hurtigruten ship DS Lofoten.
Old Fashioned Christmas 2023
Old Fashioned Christmas 2023
Visit the Hurtigruten Museum during the winter holidays
Welcome to a winter holiday filled with many exciting activities. Bring your family to visit!
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.
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The Norwegian Coastal Administration Museum on a study trip to Bretagne
On 16 April, the Norwegian Coastal Administration Museum went on a week-long study trip to Brittany in France. This is an area with a high density of lighthouses. The aim of the trip was to learn more about the French cultural heritage management of the lighthouses and how the lighthouse history is conveyed there.
Hurtigruten 130th anniversary
The 130th anniversary is just around the corner: – Hope as many as possible will celebrate with us!
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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.
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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 .
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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.
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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.
The baking season has started
What’s better than a handmade cinnamon roll baked in a 150-year-old wood-fired oven?
Anniversary exhibition: From the Norwegian Port Authority to the Norwegian Coastal Administration
Welcome to the anniversary exhibition in Kabelvåg.
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Anniversary exhibition: From Norwegian Port Authority to Norwegian Coastal Administration
This year marks the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the Norwegian Port Authority in Kabelvåg. At the same time, it is 50 years since the port authority, the lighthouse service and the pilot service were merged into the Norwegian Coastal Administration.
25 years docked on land: Celebration of the history of M/S Finnmarken
Bring your friends and family
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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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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.
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Visit our permanent exhibition
Come and do a deep dive into the history of the coastal express with us!
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.
A workshop for cultural actors and tourism in Å
A workshop for cultural actors and tourism at Å, 22 September 09:30-16:00.
Family Sunday
The Lofoten Museum invites you to Family Sunday. More information to come. Entrance: Ticket/Annual Pass
Family Sunday at the Lofoten museum
Family Sunday at the Lofoten Museum is a pleasant experience for both young and old. A perfect opportunity to create good memories together.
Family Sunday
The Lofoten Museum invites you to Family Sunday. More information to come. Entrance: Ticket/Annual Pass
Christmas preparations
The Lofoten Museum and Galleri Espolin invite you to Christmas preparations for the whole family. We make Christmas decorations More information to come Entrance: Ticket/Annual Pass
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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.
Last baking day. Last baking day of the 2026 baking season in Å
Join us on the last baking day of the season, and enjoy good baked goods and a cup of coffee in Fiskeværsmuseeet’s old bakery in beautiful Lofoten!
Let’s celebrate together this year’s summer season with a final heating of our oven, chat with bakers and break up autumn with a warm and cozy day.
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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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Highligths of the museum
There is a lot to see in the museum. Here is a few highlights.
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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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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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Traditional wooden boats
Experience the impressive collection of traditional wooden boats at the Lofoten Museum.
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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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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.