Norway was occupied by Nazi Germany from 1940 to 1945, and the Resistance Museum was opened in May 1970 on the 25th anniversary of the liberation. It's found in a red-brick outbuilding on the grounds of Akerhuis Castle, adjacent to the memorial to Norwegian patriots executed by the Nazis during the war.
The displays dutifully relate the poignant story of how Norwegian resistance to Nazi occupation grew from resignation to anger and then underground rebellion, but there is little spark to the museum. Exhibits are mainly newspaper clips, posters, black-and-white photos, and models with a few film clips and eye-witness accounts. While informative, the whole place is beginning to look a little battle-weary itself. This museum will probably not appeal to kids who are accustomed to lots of interactive action with their information.
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Oslo› Attraction
Forsvarets Museer (Norwegian Resistance Museum)
Bygning 21, Akershus Festning
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Neighborhood
Akershus Castle
Hours
Sept–May Mon–Fri 10am–4pm, Sat–Sun 11am–4pm; June–Aug Mon–Sat 10am–5pm, Sun 11am–5pm
Transportation
Tram 12 to Christiania torv
Prices
Adults NOK50; seniors, students, and ages 17 and under NOK25
Web site
Forsvarets Museer
Map
Bygning 21, Akershus Festning OsloNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.