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Last ship in place at the Museum of the Viking Age
The Tune, the smallest of Oslo's three Viking ships, is now the last to move into its new home at the upcoming Museum of the Viking Age.5 months ago — News -
How do modern-day Norwegians view their Viking heritage?
Modern Norwegians connect with their Viking heritage and history with a combination of cultural curiosity, entrepreneurial opportunity, and nuanced reflection.10 months ago — Legacy -
The Oseberg Viking ship safely delivered to its new home
The Oseberg is one of three ships to be moved to the upcoming Museum of the Viking Age in Oslo.11 months ago — News -
The longship as a cultural icon: How ships defined Viking identity
How did the preeminent piece of early medieval naval technology become intertwined with Viking identity both in the past and present?1 year ago — Culture and religion -
Flurry of funding activity should help secure future of Museum of the Viking Age
The confirmation of support from the Norwegian government and the DNB Savings Bank Foundation allays fears of further delays.1 year ago — News -
Magnificent seven: The seven best Viking museums in Europe today
Given that the new Museum of the Viking Age is still being built and set to open in 2027, Patreon subscriber and The Viking Herald fan AWarriorsSpirit wanted to know what other museums offer a similar experience in Scandinavia and beyond. We explore some of the best Viking museums in Europe today.1 year ago — News -
"The situation was dire": Revealing the Viking ship burials of Norway
The Viking Herald speaks to Christian Løchsen Rødsrud, who has overseen the Viking ship burial digs at Gjellestad and Jarlsberg.1 year ago — News -
Norwegian princess lays foundation stone for the Museum of the Viking Age
The ceremony marks the start of the construction process for the new museum in Norway's capital.2 years ago — News -
Norwegian researchers seek new ways to preserve 1,200-year-old Viking sleds
The Saving Oseberg project will receive funding from the Norwegian government as it searches for new methods to preserve the unique Viking sleds found alongside the famous Oseberg ship.2 years ago — News -
Who were the women buried in the Oseberg ship?
The discovery of the Oseberg ship in 1903 was one of the most remarkable archeological finds of the 20th century. Amongst the hidden treasure and grave goods were the remains of two mysterious women, which helped shatter preconceived notions about power and gender in the Viking Age.2 years ago — Culture and religion
