Situated in a cozy old house in a quiet, residential area, this museum presents the world from the viewpoint of children. The walls and even the floors are covered with paintings, drawings, sculptures and textile art made by children from over 180 different countries! Your children can join the creative process by drawing or playing the drums in the basement when you visit.
Henrik Ibsen's apartment, where the famous Norwegian author lived from 1895 until his death in 1906, has been restored and transformed into a museum. The study contains his original furniture and belongings, and the rest of the apartment has been restored to its original appearance. Throughout the year, The Ibsen Museum arranges lectures and theatrical performances, with a new program every spring and autumn. There are also temporary exhibitions. In order to gain entry to the apartment you must be on a guided tour. Tours begin on an hourly basis, and last for approximately thirty minutes.
Kunstnernes Hus was built in 1930 by Norwegian architects Blakstad and Munthe-Kaas, and represents a central trend in Norwegian architecture. The four exhibition rooms are solely used for temporary exhibitions of Norwegian and international contemporary art. One of the greatest events of the year is the Annual National Autumn Show, where a jury selects the exhibitors in the show from artists (and would-be artists) from all over the country. At the entrance you will find the popular restaurant Arcimboldo, with a nice view of Slottsparken.
Gallery Norske Grafikere is one of many galleries in Kvadraturen, more specifically, this lively area was the center of Oslo until the 19th Century. The gallery presents contemporary lithography and the art of print-making. There are about ten new exhibitions each year, and it is not a problem for the gallery to find artists for their numerous shows, as they are in possession of the largest collection of contemporary lithography in Norway.
The hill of Ekeberg, on the east side of Oslo, provides you with a panoramic view of the city. It is possible to walk all the way up the hill or challenge yourself with a bike ride. Make sure you stop on the way to look at the rock carvings (sign-posted), which are around 4000-5000 years old and show several animals and human figures, as well as a kind of bird trap. This hill has been the main inspiration for the background of Edvard Munch's painting The Scream. Contact +47 815 30 555 for further information.
Gamle Aker Kirke is one of Oslo's oldest building, constructed on a countryside hill around the early first century, using limestone quarried from the nearby cemetery. The expansion of the city has caught up with the church, and now it lies only a ten-minute walk from the Royal Palace. The Baroque bishop's throne and baptismal font date from 1715. Today's austere stone walls were uncovered in the 1952 to 1955 restoration. Attending Mass here still takes your mind back to medieval times. During World War II, Queen Maud's sarcophagus was hidden from the Nazis inside this church.
This gallery is located in Rodelokka, a small part of the city where many of the old wooden houses are still intact after years of restoration work. KunstVerket sells work by 280 Norwegian artists in all fields including lithography, ceramics, textile and sculptures. The tram going in the direction of Sinsen will take you there.
Built to the designs of Halfdan Berle, a celebrated architect, Egeberg Castle was constructed between 1899 and 1901 in Italian Renaissance architectural style. Ornate stucco work graced the castle's ceilings. Commissioned by the noted politician and businessman Einar Westye Egeberg, the castle remained one of the largest private residences in Oslo for a long time. Towards the start of the new Century, Egeberg Castle was enveloped by a sprawling park offering breathtaking views of the harbor and the city. Today, it has been converted into an apartment building after Egeberg sold it off after his wife's demise.
National Archives of Norway is the institution dedicated for archiving important document from Norwegian state institutions. It was established in 1817 and operates with the support of regional state archives. It also provides for services like inquiries, copying and transcription.
This gallery is run by GRAFILL, a fairly large organization for graphic designers and illustrators. The gallery is on Kongens Gate, but the entrance is on the corner of Rådhusgaten. The exhibition hall is also used for photography and multimedia projects.
Tegnerforbundet Gallery is a rather busy gallery which aims to show Norwegian and international drawings. In addition to seeing temporary exhibitions, it is also possible to buy drawings from the various artists. The gallery has its own small library as well as an archive. During the year, there are 10-12 shows.
Situated in a cozy old house in a quiet, residential area, this museum presents the world from the viewpoint of children. The walls and even the floors are covered with paintings, drawings, sculptures and textile art made by children from over 180 different countries! Your children can join the creative process by drawing or playing the drums in the basement when you visit.