Kulturkirken Jakob

Kulturkirken Jakob is a brick church building in Oslo distinguished by an altarpiece depicting shepherds created by Eilif Peterssen and a relief of Archangel Michael above the entrance. The structure contains a main hall with approximately 600 seats and basement spaces used for displaying different artistic collections and installations.

The brick structure was built in 1880 according to designs by Norwegian architect Georg Andreas Bull, who served as chief building inspector of Christiania for four decades. The building underwent transformation and reopened in February 2000 under the direction of Kirkelig Kulturverksted to serve as a cultural center.

The church now functions as a venue for theater, dance, and art exhibitions, drawing visitors who want to experience contemporary artistic work within a sacred setting. Regular programming brings new cultural events through collaboration with the Church of Norway.

The building is located at Hausmanns gate 14 and is easily accessible by public transport from downtown Oslo. Visitors should keep in mind that the program changes based on events, so checking current schedules beforehand is helpful for planning a visit.

The altar space houses a rare altarpiece painting by Eilif Peterssen, a major 19th-century Norwegian artist who depicted a flock of sheep in his work. This artistic feature makes the church an interesting destination for art lovers wanting to experience religious and artistic tradition combined in one setting.