The new geological and paleontological exhibitions at the Natural History Museum in Oslo were opened in 2022. The spectacular displays, covering more than 2000 square meters, are housed in a beautiful building restored to its 1917 splendor. The modern exhibits in historical surroundings have received several prestigious awards and have made NHM into one of the major tourist attractions in Oslo. Awarded “Museum of the year 2023” by the Norwegian Museum Association.

A two-hour guided tour of the museum will be led by senior scientific staff. We will introduce both the objects and the ideas behind the exhibition design.

The museum is situated inside the Botanical Garden. The local geology can be visited just outside the Garden: A “field excursion” in the area around the Botanical Garden, lasting a maximum of two hours, giving a practical introduction to the varied geology and paleontology of the Oslo region through road cuts and other rock exposures. The stops on the walking route include Cambrian and Ordovician sedimentary rocks and fossils, Permian magmatic rocks, and glacial (ice-age) landforms.

Field Trip Leaders:

• Hans Arne Nakrem (Natural History Museum)
• Øyvind Hammer (University of Oslo, Natural History Museum)