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Midgardr – The Mythological World of the Vikings (Family Exhibition)
Miðgarðr – The Mythical World of the Vikings is a permanent family exhibition at Oslo's Historical Museum dedicated to Viking mythology. The standout feature is the public display of the original serpent head from the Oseberg ship, a fragile artefact that has been held in storage until now. What to see here offers visitors a rare glimpse into the Norse mythological universe through carefully preserved Viking-era objects and contextual displays.
Ethnographic Collection
The Ethnographic Collection at the Historisk Museum brings together artefacts from Asia, Africa and the Americas, illustrating the traditions and customs of cultures worldwide. A standout exhibition focuses on the indigenous peoples of Gjoa Haven in northern Canada, featuring materials collected by Roald Amundsen in the early 20th century. These objects offer genuine insight into how different communities lived and adapted to their environments during this period.
Numismatic Collection (Myntkabinettet)
The Numismatic Collection (Myntkabinettet) ranks among Norway's most significant public coin collections, housed within Oslo's Historical Museum. It holds approximately 250,000 objects spanning currencies and monetary history from across the world and all historical periods, complemented by a specialised library of 8,000 volumes. What to see ranges from early Scandinavian coins dating to the 11th century, through delicate medieval bracteates, to modern crowns. A must-visit for anyone interested in numismatic history.
- 1.Midgardr – The Mythological World of the Vikings (Family Exhibition)
- 2.Ethnographic Collection
- 3.Numismatic Collection (Myntkabinettet)
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