Museum of Reconstruction

The Museum of Reconstruction is a museum in Hammerfest that documents the city's rebuilding after World War II. Its exhibits span multiple floors and include photographs, artifacts, and recreated rooms that illustrate how residents restored their homes and workplaces during the post-war years.

The museum was founded in 1998 and commemorates the rebuilding of Hammerfest following its complete destruction by German forces during their World War II retreat. The reconstruction fundamentally shaped the city's development and its current form.

The displays feature original items arranged in recreated home and work spaces, showing how residents lived during the rebuilding years. You can see everyday objects and furnishings that reveal the rhythms of daily life in those days.

The museum sits in central Hammerfest and is easy to reach, with exhibits primarily labeled in Norwegian though foreign language guides are available at the entrance. Visiting requires normal walking ability to move between floors and explore all areas.

The museum's central tower features photo galleries across multiple levels showing the region's architectural development and offers panoramic views of the northern landscape. From this vantage point, you can see how the city blends older and newer buildings throughout its layout.