Arkivet, Peace and human rights memorial building in Kristiansand, Norway
The functionalist structure overlooks the western harbor of Kristiansand from its position at Vesterveien 4, featuring preserved historical spaces and exhibition halls.
The building served as the Gestapo headquarters from 1942 to 1945, where approximately 3,500 Norwegians were arrested and 367 individuals endured interrogation.
Thousands of students visit this educational center annually to learn about wartime history through permanent exhibitions, virtual displays, and interactive programs.
The center welcomes visitors from Tuesday through Friday between 10:00 and 15:00, and on Sundays from 12:00 to 15:00, with guided tours available.
A monument stands before the building commemorating 162 Norwegian citizens who perished in concentration camps or faced execution during World War II.
Location: Kristiansand Municipality
GPS coordinates: 58.14460,7.98150
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:48
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