Bodø
In February 2025, Nordnorsk Kunstmuseum opened a new branch in Bodø – right in the heart of the city, in the historic Sparebank building from 1949 at Storgata 40. With this, we are strengthening our presence in Northern Norway, alongside our established venues in Tromsø and Longyearbyen.
We want to be an inclusive and accessible art museum for everyone, showcasing both historical and contemporary art that engages and inspires.
In addition to the exhibition hall, the museum also has a shop, a café, and a banquet hall used for lectures, artist talks, and workshops. The banquet hall can also be rented for various events.
Come on in – we look forward to welcoming you!
Current exhibition
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Event
5Welcome to an introduction to the exhibition “Adelsteen Normann: Impressionist of the North
Bodø
17.01.26
, 12:30
17.01.26
, 15:30
The guide will take you through the exhibition and share knowledge that will enhance your experience of the exhibition.
Guided Tour of the Exhibition "Adelsteen Normann: The Impressionist from the North"
Bodø
18.01.26
, 12:00
25.01.26
, 12:00
01.02.26
, 12:00
08.02.26
, 12:00
15.02.26
, 12:00
22.02.26
, 12:00
Welcome to a guided tour! One of our museum guide will take you on a journey through the rich artistic legacy of the Nordland-born painter Eilert Adelsteen Normann (1848–1918). Normann was one of the first professional artists from Northern Norway and played a key role in bringing the landscapes of Norway to a European audience.
Creative workshop: Join us and draw Adelsteen Normann's boats!
Bodø
18.01.26
, 13:00
—
15:00
Boats often feature in Adelsteen Normann's paintings. But what types of boats did he actually portray, and what does this tell us about coastal culture around 150 years ago?
Creative Workshop: Impasto – Painting in Thick Layers
Bodø
25.01.26
, 13:00
—
15:00
Would you like to try the impasto technique? Impasto involves applying paint in thick layers, either with a palette knife or a brush. This technique creates exciting, relief-like effects on the surface.
Creative workshop: make a key ring inspired by the sun
Bodø
05.02.26
, 14:30
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16:30
Join us and fill your time before dinner with something creative! We invite you to a fun workshop where we will make key rings inspired by the sun—using fabrics, beads, and sequins. Be inspired by both the sun in the sky and Adelsteen Normann's beautiful sun motifs in the exhibition.
Regular opening hours
Bodø
Mondays closed. Tuesday-Sunday 11-17
Tickets can always be purchased at reception on arrival or in advance via our website.
Contact information
Email address
nnkm@nnkm.no
Phone number
(+47)-482-98-896