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Nordic Bible Museum

Nordic Bible Museum
About

Tucked away in Oslo’s city center, the Nordic Bible Museum offers a captivating journey through biblical history and literature. As the first museum of its kind in the Nordic region, it showcases over 6,000 Bibles, ranging from medieval manuscripts to modern digital editions. Highlights include a page from the Gutenberg Bible—the only one on display in Norway—alongside rare editions like the Gustav Vasa Bible from 1541 and the first Sámi-language Bible from 1811. Visitors can explore themed exhibitions, miniature Bibles, and even try on a monk’s robe while learning about ancient writing techniques. The museum also embraces innovation, offering digital exhibitions and NFT Bibles, and has launched the Nordic region’s first fully virtual Bible museum. With passionate guides and a welcoming atmosphere, it’s a unique destination for anyone curious about the cultural and historical impact of the world’s most printed book.

Oslo Norway
Location

The Nordic Bible Museum is located in the heart of Oslo at Nedre Slottsgate 4C, 0157 Oslo, positioned centrally in the Kvadraturen district between Akershus Fortress and Karl Johans gate. This location places it within a historically rich part of the city, near one of Oslo’s oldest buildings, constructed shortly after the great fire of 1624. The museum opened in 2018 and is renowned for housing the largest collection of Bibles in the Nordic countries, with over 4,500 pieces including rare and culturally significant Bibles such as a page from the Gutenberg Bible and a 1541 edition of the Gustav Vasa Bible. Nearby, visitors can explore the historic Akershus Fortress, a prominent medieval landmark and cultural hub, as well as stroll down Karl Johans gate, Oslo’s main pedestrian street filled with shops, cafés, and historic architecture. The museum’s vicinity includes other cultural points of interest like the Oslo Cathedral and various galleries, situating it perfectly for a combined exploration of Norway’s religious history and urban heritage. Public transport access is excellent, with Stortinget station serving several subway lines close to the museum, making it easily accessible for visitors.

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