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Accessibility at the Historical museum

The museum building was completed in 1904 and is not universally designed according to today's standard. Here is an overview of accessibilty in the building.

Main entrance

  • The stairs outside the main entrance do not have a wheelchair ramp.
  • Wheelchair users, visitors with prams and others who use the lift are welcome to call us on +47 22 85 99 13 to get assistance entering the building via the lift.

Lift

  • The entrance with a lift is located at the back of the museum, towards Kristian IVs gate and Tullinløkka. To use this lift into the building and between floors, you must have assistance from the museum staff.
  • Please call us on +47 22 85 99 13 to get access to the lift.
  • There is a lift connection between the first, second and third floors. On these three floors you will find exhibition rooms, the museum shop and toilets. There are employees on each floor who can assist with access to the lift.
  • Unfortunately, there is no lift connection from the third to the fourth floor.

Parking

  • We have two parking spaces for visitors with disabilities. These are located on the backside of the museum building.
  • The parking area is closed by a barrier. Call us on 0047 22 85 99 13 and we will open the barrier for you.
  • Access the parking area from Kristian Augusts gate, exit the parking area from Kristian IVs gate.
  • We have no ordinary parking spaces for the public.

Accessible toilets

  • Accessible toilets are located on the first, second and third floors.

Accessibility between exhibitions

  • Some interior doorways have high thresholds, non-standard widths and heavy doors.
  • There are museum staff at every floor, please contact us if you have any questions.
  • There is no lift connection between third and fourth floor.

Hearing

  • There is only a wire loop in the lecture hall at the third floor.
  • Please notify the staff if you need assistance or if there are other ways we can accommodate you.

Animals

  • Guide dogs for the blind or low visioned are welcome to the museum.
  • Other animals are not allowed into the building.

Do you have any questions regarding your visit?

Please contact us by e-mail: postmottak@khm.uio.no or telephone: +47 22 85 99 13.

Published Apr. 26, 2022 12:32 PM - Last modified May 12, 2026 9:15 AM