Bergen byarkiv, Municipal archive in Bergen, Norway
Description
Bergen byarkiv is a municipal archive in Bergen that holds official documents, photographs, maps, and administrative records spanning several centuries of the city's history. The collection includes materials from 1550 to the present day and contains records from institutions that once served the surrounding region.
History
The archive was founded in 1979 and preserves materials from 1550 onward, including records from St. Jørgens Hospital which operated for over 500 years as a major local institution. These records trace Bergen's development from the medieval period to modern times.
Culture
The archive holds documents that reveal how local institutions shaped daily life and community in Bergen over time. These records show the connections between governance and the people who lived in the city.
Practical
The archive is located at Kalfarveien 82 and welcomes researchers and visitors interested in genealogical research or historical inquiries. Staff members are available to assist with your research, and advance contact is recommended before visiting.
Did you know?
The archive holds letters from Norwegian monarchs of the 17th and 18th centuries, offering rare insight into the city's political importance during that era. These royal documents reveal Bergen's significance as a major port and trading center.
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