Norway's Resistance Museum
One of the country's most important institutions for the history of the occupation period and the resistance during the Second World War. Here, we have gathered authentic objects, photographs, and documents that provide a unique insight into the resistance movement from 1940 to 1945.
About the museum
Norway's Resistance Museum was founded by several key figures from the organisations that made up the resistance, both civilian and military. Their aim was to strengthen the collective will to defend national freedom and to promote continued support for our democratic values.
At the top of Akershus Fortress, you’ll find the museum, which has been operated by the Norwegian Armed Forces since 1995. The museum’s mission is to enhance knowledge of the occupation period by collecting, preserving, and presenting objects, photographs, and documents. Through its impressive archive collection, the museum documents the history of the resistance from 1940 to 1945 – a story that still carries important lessons for our time.
Plan your visit
Opening hours
Opening hours
May - August
Monday–Sunday 10:00–17:00
The museum is closed:
17th May
September - April
Monday–Sunday 10:00–16:00
Tickets and prices
Admission – Norway's Resistance Museum:
Adult: NOK 160
Senior: NOK 110
Student: NOK 110
Children (age 6-17): NOK 80
Children (age 0-5): Free
Family (2 adults + 1-4 children): NOK 400
Free admission for:
Oslo Pass holders
Armed Forces personnel and veterans
Members of the Friends of the Norway's Resistance Museum, including family
Oslo guides and guide students
ICOM members
Press with a relevant project
Companions with companion proof
Combined Ticket – Akershus Fortress:
Adult: NOK 320
Senior: NOK 220
Student: NOK 220
Children (6-17): NOK 160
Family (2 adults + 1-4 children): NOK 800
The combined ticket grants entry to the Armed Forces Museum, Norway's Resistance Museum and Akershus Castle, as well as drop in guided tours from Akershus Fortress Visitor Centre.
Access
Norway's Resistance museum is located within Akershus Fortress, centrally situated in Oslo, within walking distance from Stortinget (Metro), Nationaltheatret, and Oslo Central Station. From the Visitor Centre and Karpedammen Scene, walk up the hill towards Akershus Castle. The museum is on the right-hand side before reaching the castle.
Visitor Address
Akershus Fortress, Building 21
0015 Oslo
Accessibility
The museum's permanent exhibition spans two floors and is wheelchair accessible via stair lift. Unfortunately, the reading room and library are not accessible by wheelchair.
Wheelchair accessible toilet available at the museum
By Vehicle
Akershus Fortress does not offer parking for visitors. Street parking and parking garages are available nearby.
Please note that it is not possible to order a taxi into the fortress grounds.
Contact us
Email:
norgeshjemmefrontmuseum@fhm.no
Phone:
(+47) 23 09 31 38