NTNU University Museum, Natural history and science museum at Kalvskinnet, Trondheim, Norway
Description
The NTNU University Museum is a natural history and science museum in Trondheim housing more than 900,000 objects. Its collections include archaeological finds, zoological specimens, botanical samples, geological materials, and historical religious items.
History
The museum was established in 1760 by Johan Ernst Gunnerus and others as a collection for the Royal Norwegian Society of Sciences and Letters. This founding began a long history of gathering materials that continues today.
Culture
The exhibits show artifacts from the Viking Age and medieval period, revealing how people in this region lived and believed. Objects on display tell stories about crafts, religious practices, and daily life across different communities.
Practical
The museum is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 AM to 4 PM and on weekends from 11 AM to 4 PM. A shop on site sells books and items related to the collections during weekday hours.
Did you know?
A specialized laboratory on site performs radiocarbon dating on archaeological and historical materials for researchers. This work supports investigations from across Norway and around the world.
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