Our exhibitions

Through permanent, temporary, and virtual exhibitions, ARKIVET Peace and Human Rights Centre conveys important parts of history and knowledge that contribute to reflection and understanding.

Throughout the year, we offer guided tours with an experienced guide of the exhibition ‘Focal point Arkivet: Occupation, Resistance, Imprisonment, and Collaboration in Agder 1940-1945.

Focal point Arkivet

“Focal Point Arkivet: Occupation, resistance, captivity and collaboration in Agder 1940-1945” is a permanent exhibition located in the basement, where…
The Spring of Peace 1945

Just outside our main entrance, you can explore the exhibition The Spring of Peace 1945.
War Sailors in a Global War

War Sailors in a Global War’ focuses on the significance of the war sailors during World War II, their captivity, and their attempts to contact thei…
Jon Michelet’s Library

Jon Michelet’s Library is an exhibition that presents Michelet’s work on the history of war sailors. The exhibition features over 600 books from his p…
The Power of the Needle

In the café at ARKIVET hangs a collection of embroideries made by women who participated in the embroidery workshop Nålens makt (The Power of the Ne…
Digital Exhibitions

On this page, you will find an overview of exhibitions that are available digitally.