News archive for University Museum of Bergen

St. Sunniva has had an impact on Norwegian history, literature and art from the Middle Ages until today. A magnificent newly published book explores different aspects of the Sunniva character.

BKP partner Viti Middelaldermuseet has produced a video documentary about Borgund by Ålesund in western Norway. Through five episodes we are introduced to 'What we know' and how new research can expand our knowledge about life in the small medieval town. Viti has received financial support for the video project from the Møre and Romsdal fylke. The documentary is aimed at young people and will be... Read more

An anniversary book, newly planted Ginkgo, rose platform, and events in glorious weather. The Arboretum can look back on great celebrations of the 50th anniversary.

The beautiful new platform will be ready in time for our 50th anniversary, Arboretum day, 29th of August.

You are welcome to join us for exciting and informative events at the Arboretum, Botanical Garden, and Museum Garden.

At Bergen Botanical Garden you can see a new solar-powered street lamp.

Tomorrow marks the launch of our 'pole hunt' at the Arboretum and Botanical Garden. Visit us, explore, and find out something new - and not just on the poles!

In Bergen Botanical Garden throughout December you can see an outdoors exhibition of conifer species commonly - or less so - used as Christmas trees.