Barentsburg Pomor Museum

The museum exhibits geological specimens, cultural artifacts, and historical items that document the development of human settlement in Svalbard through multiple centuries.

Established in 1963 under Soviet administration, the museum houses archaeological findings from Willem Barentsz's expeditions and early Pomor settlements from the 16th century.

The institution maintains a collection of artifacts representing the Pomor people, who were among the first inhabitants of the White Sea region to explore Svalbard.

Located within the Sports and Culture Centre building, the museum displays most of its information in Russian, reflecting the settlement's current Russian administration.

The geological section contains specimens of rocks and minerals from Spitsbergen, along with preserved specimens of Arctic wildlife including polar bear organs.

Location: Barentsburg

Inception: 1963

GPS coordinates: 78.06500,14.21370

Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:23