Norwegian Nobel Institute

The Norwegian Nobel Institute is a research organization housed in a classical mansion at Henrik Ibsens gate 51 near the Royal Palace in central Oslo. Its collection contains more than 200,000 books on peace, international relations, and conflicts, with a public reading room available for visitors.

The institute was founded in 1904 and moved to its current building in 1905, which underwent extensive interior renovation at that time. This early establishment in central Oslo positioned it as a leading center for peace research in Northern Europe.

The institute reflects Norway's commitment to peace work and draws researchers from around the world studying conflict and cooperation. This global focus shapes how the building is used and the conversations that happen within it.

The mansion is within walking distance of the Royal Palace and easy to reach. The public reading room with its extensive collections is open for visitors who want to spend time exploring the materials.

The Grand Hall of the institute is where the Nobel Peace Prize winners are announced each year. Before the December ceremonies, laureates and media gather there for press conferences that are broadcast worldwide.

Location: Oslo Municipality

Inception: February 1, 1904

Part of: Parkkvartalet

Website: https://nobelpeaceprize.org/no

GPS coordinates: 59.91550,10.72200

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:53