Perspektivet Museum

Perspektivet Folkeparken

Folkeparken is an idyllic park at the southern end of Tromsø island, where Troms Folkemuseum used to be.

About us

The historic buildings, which are now under the care of Perspektivet Museum, are beautifully situated in two locations within the city’s most popular outdoor area.

Summer in Folkeparken

In the summer season, from 21 June – 23 August, the museum is open on Sundays 12 PM (12:00) – 4 PM (16:00). We offer activities for the whole family: Take a guided tour in the historic Kvitnesgården, have a coffee outside the Old Storehouse, or participate in fun games and activities.

The exhibitions “Lovely Beings” and “The Tasselled Parlour” in Kvitnesgården, and “In Cod We Trust” in the boathouse can be visited during opening hours.

Open-air perspectives

Perspektivet’s open-air museum is not fenced in, and everyone is always welcome to wander between our historical buildings. The museum works regularly to restore the buildings and make the area relevant for today. This can include, for example, collaborations with artists, school classes and others. Thus, even those who are familiar with the area might find something new and surprising, such as beehives, street art or an installation.

History of the museum

The first building was moved to Folkeparken in 1963, after 40 years of dedicated work to establish an open-air museum in Tromsø. Inspired by similar museums further south, the aim was to create something distinctive for Northern Norway, with coastal culture at its heart.

The buildings originally come from Tromsø and the neighbouring municipalities of Balsfjord, Karlsøy and Ibestad. They are arranged in two areas: one representing a northern trading post and the other an old coastal farm.